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

Coop Ready Tennessee Murfreesboro

Hens allowed

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

The 8-animal cap counts all fowl and rabbits together on any lot under 2 acres. Birds must stay penned and may not run loose or onto a neighbor's land, and waste must be cleaned up so it causes no odor or health hazard.

Hen limit

8 birds total (all fowl and rabbits combined) on lots under 2 acres

Roosters

Banned unless penned at least 2,000 ft from the nearest home

Permit

None stated

Coop placement

None stated for hens

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

Read the official Murfreesboro rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Murfreesboro

How many chickens can I have in Murfreesboro?

The hen limit in Murfreesboro: 8 birds total (all fowl and rabbits combined) on lots under 2 acres.

Are roosters allowed in Murfreesboro?

Effectively no. Roosters are banned in city limits unless penned at least 2,000 ft from the nearest home.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Murfreesboro?

No. Murfreesboro's code does not require a permit to keep up to 8 hens on a lot under 2 acres.

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

Where the coop can go in Murfreesboro: none stated for hens.

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