Keeping of Chickens

Keeping of Chickens on Residential Lots

The City of Charlotte allows for The Keeping of Chickens on Residential Lots by permit.  The permit applicant  must adhere to and qualify to the key provisions of the Policy to be approved and to retain the permit. No more than 10 permits will be issued at any one time.  A limit of 6 chickens (no roosters) per property. Permits are $50.00 and valid for 2 years from the date of issuance. You are required to renew your permit before the expiration. Fees will apply to permit renewals if the permit has expired.

Please consult the following documents for complete information regarding this permit:

Ordinance 10-4 Domestic Animals and Fowl

Council Policy 2016-01 – Keeping of Chickens on Residential Lots

Application for a chicken permit

ACTIVE CHICKEN PERMITS

Permits issued 2020 and prior are now expired
Limit of 10 permits issued at any one time
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1Bailey
910 E. Shaw
Bailey
910 E. Shaw
Expires 1/29/2025
2Ebright 912 W. Shepherd Expires 5/13/2023
3Gregg 205 E. Lovett St. Expires 5/31/24
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