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Backyard Chickens

Columbus, OH · City rule · Reviewed 2026-09-26

You may keep chickens in Columbus only after completing Columbus Public Health's plan review and receiving a permit; roosters are not allowed.

Official source: Chicken Coop GuideSource checked 2026-09-26

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The rule in plain language

The city guide says every new chicken owner must submit plans for review and be at least 18 before a permit can be issued. The coop and run are inspected before the permit is completed.

What to keep in mind

Start with plan review before building. The city guide lists a plan-review fee, an inspection, and a four-year animal permit, and it also prohibits peafowl, geese, and turkeys. Confirm current forms and fees with Columbus Public Health before applying.

Official source

Chicken Coop Guide

City rule: City of Columbus · sha256-097086c8c8cb318e · Effective 2025-10-10 · Source checked 2026-09-26 · Reviewed 2026-09-26

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