Can I keep chickens in Mauldin, SC?
Yes, with conditions — Mauldin allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 5 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 50 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Sec. 6-14, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 5 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 50 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Rear yard only; coop min 18 in / max 6 ft height; 2 sq ft/hen; coop+run max 100 sq ft; >=10 ft from side/rear property lines; >=50 ft from any adjacent residence; screened, predator-proof; hens secured sunset to sunrise. |
| Code section | Sec. 6-14 |
Under a 2025 ordinance (Ord. 1059), Mauldin permits up to five hens (no roosters) on lots with a detached single-family dwelling, kept in the rear yard. Coops must be 10 ft from side/rear lines and 50 ft from any adjacent residence; slaughter, breeding, and commercial keeping are prohibited. No keeping permit specified.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Mauldin?
Yes, with conditions — Mauldin allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Sec. 6-14).
How many chickens can I keep in Mauldin?
Up to 5 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Mauldin?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Mauldin.
Are roosters allowed in Mauldin?
No — roosters are prohibited in Mauldin.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Mauldin?
50 feet minimum. Rear yard only; coop min 18 in / max 6 ft height; 2 sq ft/hen; coop+run max 100 sq ft; >=10 ft from side/rear property lines; >=50 ft from any adjacent residence; screened, predator-proof; hens secured sunset to sunrise.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Mauldin?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Mauldin's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Mauldin?
Sec. 6-14. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Sec. 6-14 — read the official code
“No more than five hens shall be kept at any time on a single lot.” source
“Male chickens (roosters) are strictly prohibited.” source
“Coops must be set back at least ten feet from the side and rear property lines; ... Coops must be set back at least 50 feet from any adjacent residence (not including the residence on the same lot as the coop)” source
“The slaughter and breeding of chickens is strictly prohibited.” 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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