Can I keep chickens in Nitro, WV?
Yes, with conditions — Nitro allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. Coops must be at least 25 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Code of Ordinances Sec. 90.09 (Keeping of Domestic Fowl and Rabbits), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 25 ft |
| Coop rules | Fowl must be confined on the owner's premises, kept no closer than 25 ft to any structure owned by another used for human habitation, and housed dry, ventilated, clean and odor-free with droppings removed daily. Fowl kept specifically as pets are limited to two mature birds. |
| Code section | Code of Ordinances Sec. 90.09 (Keeping of Domestic Fowl and Rabbits) |
Nitro allows keeping domestic fowl only if confined to the owner's premises, kept at least 25 ft from any neighbor's occupied structure, and housed in clean, sanitary conditions (Sec. 90.09). The code sets no overall flock cap but limits fowl kept 'as pets' to two mature birds. No permit is required; roosters are not specifically addressed.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Nitro?
Yes, with conditions — Nitro allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Code of Ordinances Sec. 90.09 (Keeping of Domestic Fowl and Rabbits)).
How many chickens can I keep in Nitro?
It depends on your lot. No general numeric cap; keeping allowed subject to a 25-ft setback and sanitation rules. A separate clause caps fowl kept specifically as pets at two mature birds.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Nitro?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Nitro.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Nitro?
25 feet minimum. Fowl must be confined on the owner's premises, kept no closer than 25 ft to any structure owned by another used for human habitation, and housed dry, ventilated, clean and odor-free with droppings removed daily. Fowl kept specifically as pets are limited to two mature birds.
What law covers backyard chickens in Nitro?
Code of Ordinances Sec. 90.09 (Keeping of Domestic Fowl and Rabbits). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Code of Ordinances Sec. 90.09 (Keeping of Domestic Fowl and Rabbits) — read the official code
“No person shall keep any kind of domestic fowl or pigeons or any breed of rabbits within the city except upon compliance with the following conditions.” source
“The housing in which any such fowl, pigeon or rabbit is kept shall be dry, well ventilated and exposed to sunlight, clean and free from noxious odors at all times” source
“No such fowl, pigeon or rabbit shall be kept closer than 25 feet to any structure owned by another and used for human habitation, occupation or assembly.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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