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

Coop Ready Tennessee Hendersonville

Hens allowed

Yes, in most single-family zones, but only 1 hen for each full 10,000 sq ft of lot, so many home lots qualify for 1 or 2 hens or none.

Allowed only in the RR, ER, SR-1, SR-2, SR-3 and DN zones, in a fenced rear yard. The count covers chickens, ducks and similar fowl together, so a lot under 10,000 sq ft gets none and a half-acre lot gets 2.

Hen limit

1 per 10,000 sq ft of lot (chickens and ducks combined)

Roosters

Banned

Permit

No

Coop placement

Coop and pen at least 15 ft from all property lines, unless the next lot also keeps such animals

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

Read the official Hendersonville rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Hendersonville

How many chickens can I have in Hendersonville?

The hen limit in Hendersonville: 1 per 10,000 sq ft of lot (chickens and ducks combined).

Are roosters allowed in Hendersonville?

No. Hendersonville's zoning ordinance bans roosters.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Hendersonville?

No. Hendersonville's zoning ordinance does not require a permit for backyard hens.

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

Where the coop can go in Hendersonville: coop and pen at least 15 ft from all property lines, unless the next lot also keeps such animals.

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