Can I keep chickens in Flint, MI?
No — Flint does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (§9-15.1, verified June 2026)
✗ Not allowed
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | No poultry or domestic fowl allowed on residentially zoned lots, except household pets (canaries, parakeets). Agricultural zoning and educational/research exceptions may apply. |
| Code section | §9-15.1 |
Flint prohibits the keeping of poultry or domestic fowl on residentially zoned lots per ordinance §9-15.1 (1968). Limited exceptions for agricultural zoning and educational/research purposes.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Flint?
No — chickens are not allowed in Flint (§9-15.1).
Are roosters allowed in Flint?
No — roosters are prohibited in Flint.
What law covers backyard chickens in Flint?
§9-15.1. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
§9-15.1 — read the official code
“No poultry or domestic fowl, other than household pets such as canaries and parakeets, shall be kept upon any residentially zoned lot within the City” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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