Can I keep chickens in Jeffersonville, IN?
Yes, with conditions — Jeffersonville allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (rev. 7-2-2019), Art. 3 (A1 District permitted uses); Sec. 2.5 (unlisted uses non-permitted), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Coop rules | 'Raising of farm animals' permitted only in the A1 Agricultural District; non-permitted in residential districts. No coop standard or hen cap in the residential code. |
| Code section | Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (rev. 7-2-2019), Art. 3 (A1 District permitted uses); Sec. 2.5 (unlisted uses non-permitted) |
Under Jeffersonville's current Zoning Ordinance, 'raising of farm animals' (which includes chickens) is a permitted use only in the A1 Agricultural District. It is not listed in the residential districts, and Sec. 2.5 makes any unlisted use non-permitted, so backyard chickens are prohibited on standard residential lots. A 2017 proposal to allow five hens on residential lots was voted down and is not law.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Jeffersonville?
Yes, with conditions — Jeffersonville allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (rev. 7-2-2019), Art. 3 (A1 District permitted uses); Sec. 2.5 (unlisted uses non-permitted)).
How many chickens can I keep in Jeffersonville?
It depends on your lot. Permitted only on A1 Agricultural-zoned land; non-permitted in residential districts. No numeric hen cap in code. 2017 five-hen residential proposal was voted down.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
What law covers backyard chickens in Jeffersonville?
Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (rev. 7-2-2019), Art. 3 (A1 District permitted uses); Sec. 2.5 (unlisted uses non-permitted). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Jeffersonville Zoning Ordinance (rev. 7-2-2019), Art. 3 (A1 District permitted uses); Sec. 2.5 (unlisted uses non-permitted) — read the official code
“Any land use not listed as a Permitted Use or Special Exception is considered Non-Permitted unless the Plan Commission or Planning Director makes a determination otherwise.” source
“A1 District Permitted Uses Agricultural Uses ... - raising of farm animals” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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