Coop Ready Georgia Savannah
Hens allowed
Yes. Savannah allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
For personal, non-commercial use only. More than 30 chickens counts as a poultry farm and must meet zoning rules.
Hen limit
1 per 1,000 sq ft of high ground, up to 30
Roosters
Not named in the code
Permit
Only a building permit for a coop of 120 sq ft or more
Coop placement
25 ft from neighboring homes for up to 10 birds; 50 ft for more than 10. Neighbors can waive this in writing
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Savannah rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Savannah
How many chickens can I have in Savannah?
The hen limit in Savannah: 1 per 1,000 sq ft of high ground, up to 30.
Are roosters allowed in Savannah?
Savannah's current chicken section does not name roosters. Ask the city before you get one.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Savannah?
The permit rule in Savannah: only a building permit for a coop of 120 sq ft or more.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Savannah?
Where the coop can go in Savannah: 25 ft from neighboring homes for up to 10 birds; 50 ft for more than 10. Neighbors can waive this in writing.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Savannah 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 Savannah before you build.
