Can I keep chickens in Brandon, SD?
Yes — Brandon allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 25 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Chapter 3-4 Fowl, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop setback | 25 ft |
| Coop rules | Coop max 30 sq ft; run max 60 sq ft; 5 ft setback from front and side property lines; 25 ft from any door or window of any neighboring house; fencing gaps no more than 2 inches; chickens for family consumption only, not resale. |
| Code section | Chapter 3-4 Fowl |
Brandon allows up to 6 hens on single-family residential lots with a city-issued permit, adopted July 2019. Roosters are prohibited and chickens may only be kept for household consumption, not resale. The coop may not exceed 30 sq ft and must be at least 25 ft from any door or window of an adjacent residence.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Brandon?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Brandon (Chapter 3-4 Fowl).
How many chickens can I keep in Brandon?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Brandon?
Yes — Brandon requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Are roosters allowed in Brandon?
No — roosters are prohibited in Brandon.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Brandon?
25 feet minimum. Coop max 30 sq ft; run max 60 sq ft; 5 ft setback from front and side property lines; 25 ft from any door or window of any neighboring house; fencing gaps no more than 2 inches; chickens for family consumption only, not resale.
What law covers backyard chickens in Brandon?
Chapter 3-4 Fowl. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chapter 3-4 Fowl — read the official code
“Up to six hens are permissible but not to breed and can be only for the family consumption, not re-sale. There is a five-foot setback from the front and sides of the property line. The distance from any door or window of any house is 25 feet. Within those guidelines, the coop can be up to 30 square feet with a run up to 60 square feet.” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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