Coop Ready Tennessee Knoxville
Allowed with a permit
Yes, with a permit. Knoxville allows backyard hens, but you need a permit first.
Henhouses need 2 sq ft per hen and runs 6 sq ft per hen, and the henhouse may not exceed 100 sq ft.
Hen limit
6
Roosters
Banned
Permit
$25 per year
Coop placement
Not in the front yard; at least 10 ft from any abutting property line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Knoxville rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Knoxville
How many chickens can I have in Knoxville?
Up to 6 hens on a typical home lot.
Are roosters allowed in Knoxville?
No. Knoxville bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Knoxville?
The permit rule in Knoxville: $25 per year.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Knoxville?
Where the coop can go in Knoxville: not in the front yard; at least 10 ft from any abutting property line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Knoxville 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 Knoxville before you build.
