Can I keep chickens in Harrington, DE?
No — Harrington does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Chapter 82 Animals, §82-13, verified June 2026)
✗ Not allowed
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Chapter 82 Animals, §82-13 |
Chickens are explicitly prohibited in Harrington under §82-13, which bans keeping, growing, raising, or maintaining chickens and all other farm animals within city limits. No exceptions exist.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Harrington?
No — chickens are not allowed in Harrington (Chapter 82 Animals, §82-13).
What law covers backyard chickens in Harrington?
Chapter 82 Animals, §82-13. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chapter 82 Animals, §82-13 — read the official code
“No person shall keep, grow, raise or maintain swine, cattle, sheep, goats, horses, chickens, turkeys, guineas, geese, ducks, pigeons, any wild animal, or any other animal not normally housed in a human residence within the corporate limits of the City.” 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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