Can I keep chickens in Brattleboro, VT?
Yes — Brattleboro allows backyard chickens, up to 8 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 50 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Brattleboro Zoning Bylaws — Residential zones; Backyard Hen Permit Program (brattleboro.org/hens), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 8 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop setback | 50 ft |
| Coop rules | Up to 8 hens permitted in Residential neighborhood zones with annual permit (Form A). Coops must be at least 50 feet from neighboring dwellings. Roosters prohibited. |
| Code section | Brattleboro Zoning Bylaws — Residential zones; Backyard Hen Permit Program (brattleboro.org/hens) |
Brattleboro allows up to 8 hens per lot in residential zones with an annual permit (Form A required via brattleboro.org/hens). Roosters are prohibited. Coops must be at least 50 feet from neighboring dwellings. Data sourced from official town hen permit page; 8-hen cap and 50 ft setback confirmed from official materials.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Brattleboro?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Brattleboro (Brattleboro Zoning Bylaws — Residential zones; Backyard Hen Permit Program (brattleboro.org/hens)).
How many chickens can I keep in Brattleboro?
Up to 8 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Brattleboro?
Yes — Brattleboro requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Are roosters allowed in Brattleboro?
No — roosters are prohibited in Brattleboro.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Brattleboro?
50 feet minimum. Up to 8 hens permitted in Residential neighborhood zones with annual permit (Form A). Coops must be at least 50 feet from neighboring dwellings. Roosters prohibited.
What law covers backyard chickens in Brattleboro?
Brattleboro Zoning Bylaws — Residential zones; Backyard Hen Permit Program (brattleboro.org/hens). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Brattleboro Zoning Bylaws — Residential zones; Backyard Hen Permit Program (brattleboro.org/hens) — read the official code
“Up to eight hens may be kept in Residential neighborhoods, with a permit. Coops must be at least 50 feet from neighboring dwellings. Roosters prohibited. Form A required (official Brattleboro hen permit page).” 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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