Coop Ready Virginia Virginia Beach
Not on typical home lots
Not on a typical home lot. Virginia Beach keeps chickens off ordinary residential lots.
Fowl are only allowed in agricultural zoning.
Hen limit
Agricultural zones only
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Not available
Coop placement
Not applicable
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Virginia Beach rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Backyard chicken questions in Virginia Beach
How many chickens can I have in Virginia Beach?
None on a typical home lot. The rule: agricultural zones only.
Are roosters allowed in Virginia Beach?
No. Virginia Beach bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Virginia Beach?
No permit is available for hens on a typical home lot, because they are not allowed there.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Virginia Beach?
Not applicable, because hens are not allowed on typical home lots.
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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 Virginia Beach before you build.
