Coop Ready Georgia Columbus
Hens allowed
Yes. Columbus allows up to 6 hens on a single-family lot, but the coop must be 50 ft from every lot line, which rules out many lots.
Lots of 2 acres or more may keep 32 chickens per acre. Fowl may not cause harmful noise or odor or roam off the owner's property.
Hen limit
6 on a single-family lot (more on lots of 2 acres or more)
Roosters
Not named (noise and odor rules apply)
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop at least 50 ft from any lot line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Columbus rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Columbus
How many chickens can I have in Columbus?
The hen limit in Columbus: 6 on a single-family lot (more on lots of 2 acres or more).
Are roosters allowed in Columbus?
Columbus's code does not name roosters, but no fowl may cause noise or odor that harms neighboring property (Sec. 5-42(f)).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Columbus?
No. Columbus does not require a permit to keep up to 6 chickens on a single-family lot.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Columbus?
Where the coop can go in Columbus: coop at least 50 ft from any lot line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Columbus 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 Columbus before you build.
