Can I keep chickens in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, with conditions — Bridgeport allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (§ 6.04.010, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop rules | Written permit required from Board of Health. Permit may be revoked at any time. No person shall keep hens, chickens, roosters, or domestic fowl of any kind within city limits without written permit. |
| Code section | § 6.04.010 |
Chickens are conditionally allowed in Bridgeport with a written Board of Health permit under § 6.04.010. Permit may be revoked at any time. No maximum hen count is codified in the ordinance. Roosters also require the same permit. A 2014 proposal to codify a 6-hen cap was tabled in committee.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Bridgeport?
Yes, with conditions — Bridgeport allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (§ 6.04.010).
How many chickens can I keep in Bridgeport?
It depends on your lot. No codified maximum hens; Board of Health written permit required and may be revoked at any time. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Bridgeport?
Yes — Bridgeport requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
What law covers backyard chickens in Bridgeport?
§ 6.04.010. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
§ 6.04.010 — read the official code
“No person shall keep or maintain live swine, or any live pigeons, ducks, geese, hens, chickens, roosters, game birds of any kind, or domestic fowl of any kind within the limits of the city without a written permit therefor from the board of health; and any permit granted for such purpose may be revoked by such board at any time.” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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