Coop Ready Georgia Decatur
Hens allowed
Yes, but the coop must sit well away from other homes: the width of your lot, or 75 ft on wider lots.
Chickens must be kept under fence, with housing on a solid floor and at least 4 sq ft per bird. No live slaughter, and the city's sanitation rules apply. On a lot narrower than 75 ft, the distance equals the lot width.
Hen limit
No set limit
Roosters
Not named in the code
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop at least the width of the lot (75 ft if the lot is 75 ft or wider) from any home other than the owner's
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Decatur rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Decatur
How many chickens can I have in Decatur?
Decatur sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.
Are roosters allowed in Decatur?
Decatur's animal code does not name roosters. Ask the city before you get one, since nuisance rules still apply.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Decatur?
No. Decatur's animal code does not require a permit to keep chickens.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Decatur?
Where the coop can go in Decatur: coop at least the width of the lot (75 ft if the lot is 75 ft or wider) from any home other than the owner's.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Decatur 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 Decatur before you build.
