Can I keep chickens in Gadsden, AL?
No — Gadsden does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Code of Ordinances Ch. 10, Sec. 10-68 (Code 1982, Sec. 5-7.1), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | Only domesticated birds kept in a cage within a permanent structure are allowed; backyard fowl prohibited. |
| Code section | Code of Ordinances Ch. 10, Sec. 10-68 (Code 1982, Sec. 5-7.1) |
Gadsden bans keeping or maintaining any fowl within the city, with the sole exception of domesticated pet birds kept caged inside a permanent structure. Backyard chickens are not permitted anywhere in the city, regardless of zone.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Gadsden?
No — chickens are not allowed in Gadsden (Code of Ordinances Ch. 10, Sec. 10-68 (Code 1982, Sec. 5-7.1)).
Are roosters allowed in Gadsden?
No — roosters are prohibited in Gadsden.
What law covers backyard chickens in Gadsden?
Code of Ordinances Ch. 10, Sec. 10-68 (Code 1982, Sec. 5-7.1). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Code of Ordinances Ch. 10, Sec. 10-68 (Code 1982, Sec. 5-7.1) — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or maintain any fowl within the city except domesticated birds which are maintained in a cage within a permanent structure.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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