Coop Ready Georgia Alpharetta
Larger lots only
Only on lots of 1 acre or more. Alpharetta allows up to 6 hens on single-family lots of at least 1 acre.
Only on properties of at least 1 acre with a single-family detached home. Coop and run no taller than 9 ft, and no chickens in undisturbed water buffers, wetlands or regulated floodplain.
Hen limit
6 (lots of 1 acre or more only)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop and run at least 25 ft from rear and side property lines
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Alpharetta rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Alpharetta
How many chickens can I have in Alpharetta?
The hen limit in Alpharetta: 6 (lots of 1 acre or more only).
Are roosters allowed in Alpharetta?
No. Alpharetta bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Alpharetta?
No. Alpharetta lists backyard chickens as an accessory use with zoning standards but no separate permit.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Alpharetta?
Where the coop can go in Alpharetta: coop and run at least 25 ft from rear and side property lines.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Alpharetta allows them?
Yes. HOA rules, deed restrictions and leases can be stricter than city code. Read yours before you build.
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Coop Ready is a planning aid, not legal advice. City codes change, and zoning, HOA rules and your exact parcel can change what is allowed. Confirm with Alpharetta before you build.
