Coop Ready Pennsylvania Pittsburgh
Hens allowed
Yes. Pittsburgh allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Chickens or ducks are allowed by right where there is an occupied home. Lots under 2,000 sq ft need a variance. The coop needs at least 6 sq ft plus 2 sq ft per extra bird, and runs must be screened from the street and neighbors.
Hen limit
5 on a 2,000 sq ft lot, plus 1 for each extra 1,000 sq ft
Roosters
Banned
Permit
No (no zoning approval needed for a coop)
Coop placement
No chicken setback; regular zoning setbacks apply
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Pittsburgh rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Pittsburgh
How many chickens can I have in Pittsburgh?
The hen limit in Pittsburgh: 5 on a 2,000 sq ft lot, plus 1 for each extra 1,000 sq ft.
Are roosters allowed in Pittsburgh?
No. Pittsburgh bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Pittsburgh?
The permit rule in Pittsburgh: no (no zoning approval needed for a coop).
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Pittsburgh?
Where the coop can go in Pittsburgh: no chicken setback; regular zoning setbacks apply.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh before you build.
