Can I keep chickens in Novi, MI?
No — Novi does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Chapter 5 - ANIMALS, verified June 2026)
✗ Not allowed
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | Chickens banned in residential areas; no roosters allowed |
| Code section | Chapter 5 - ANIMALS |
Novi currently bans chickens in residential areas. No roosters are allowed. Accessory animals may be permitted only for females with zoning restrictions.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Novi?
No — chickens are not allowed in Novi (Chapter 5 - ANIMALS).
Are roosters allowed in Novi?
No — roosters are prohibited in Novi.
What law covers backyard chickens in Novi?
Chapter 5 - ANIMALS. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chapter 5 - ANIMALS — read the official code
“Novi currently bans chickens in residential areas” source
“No roosters allowed” 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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