Can I keep chickens in Milford, DE?
No — Milford does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (city code, verified June 2026)
✗ Not allowed
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
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Chickens are not permitted in Milford. In August 2023, the Milford City Council voted against an ordinance that would have allowed backyard chickens in residential zones, maintaining the existing prohibition on keeping chickens within city limits.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Milford?
No — chickens are not allowed in Milford (see city code).
The actual law
“Milford City Council voted August 2023 to reject proposed ordinance allowing backyard chickens; chickens remain prohibited within city limits per existing code.” 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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