Can I keep chickens in Coral Springs, FL?
Yes, with conditions — Coral Springs allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. Roosters are prohibited. (Coral Springs Code of Ordinances, Ch. 4 (Animal Control), Sec. 4-2(c) (Restricted animals), verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Livestock and fowl prohibited as pets. Penalty $50 per chicken per day. |
| Code section | Coral Springs Code of Ordinances, Ch. 4 (Animal Control), Sec. 4-2(c) (Restricted animals) |
Chickens are classed as livestock and may not be kept as pets anywhere in Coral Springs except as specifically permitted in RS-1 zoning districts. For the large majority of residential properties, which are not RS-1, keeping chickens is prohibited. A violator may be given 72 hours to remove the animals and may then be fined daily.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Coral Springs?
Yes, with conditions — Coral Springs allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Coral Springs Code of Ordinances, Ch. 4 (Animal Control), Sec. 4-2(c) (Restricted animals)).
How many chickens can I keep in Coral Springs?
It depends on your lot. No numeric cap in the code. Chickens are barred as pets citywide except where specifically permitted in RS-1 districts, so whether hens are legal turns entirely on the parcel's zoning district.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Coral Springs?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Coral Springs.
Are roosters allowed in Coral Springs?
No — roosters are prohibited in Coral Springs.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Coral Springs?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Coral Springs's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Coral Springs?
Coral Springs Code of Ordinances, Ch. 4 (Animal Control), Sec. 4-2(c) (Restricted animals). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Coral Springs Code of Ordinances, Ch. 4 (Animal Control), Sec. 4-2(c) (Restricted animals) — read the official code
“Livestock such as horses, mules, goats, sheep, hogs, pigs, chickens, emus, ducks, geese, or any other hoofed or grazing animal or fowl shall not be permitted as pets” source
“Livestock such as horses, mules, goats, sheep, hogs, pigs, chickens, emus, ducks, geese, or any other hoofed or grazing animal or fowl shall not be permitted as pets, except as specifically permitted in RS-1 districts.” source
“Any person(s) found in violation may be permitted three (3) days/seventy-two (72) hours by which to remove any and all animals, reptiles, or fowl in violation. A fine may be charged on a daily basis for any animals, reptiles, or fowl in violation remaining within the city limits.” source
Last verified July 26, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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