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Collierville, TN Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

Coop Ready Tennessee Collierville

Hens allowed

Yes. Collierville allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.

Chickens must be securely fenced on the owner's property, coops and runs kept clean and free of odor, and loose fowl count as a nuisance. The town's animal services says chickens are fine as long as they do not bother neighbors.

Hen limit

No set limit

Roosters

Not named in the code

Permit

No

Coop placement

None stated

Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.

Read the official Collierville rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

Will your coop fit in Collierville?

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Backyard chicken questions in Collierville

How many chickens can I have in Collierville?

Collierville sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.

Are roosters allowed in Collierville?

The rooster rule in Collierville: not named in the code.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Collierville?

No. Collierville does not require a permit to keep backyard chickens.

How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Collierville?

The rules we read set no coop distance for a small flock. General nuisance rules on noise, smell and pests still apply.

Can my HOA ban chickens if Collierville 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 Collierville before you build.