Can I keep chickens in Overland Park, KS?
Yes, with conditions — Overland Park allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 12 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited. (Overland Park Municipal Code Ch. 6.13 (Keeping of Chickens); Ord. No. DAC-3435 (eff. Jan 1, 2024), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 12 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($100) |
| Minimum lot size | 8,712 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Hens only (no roosters under 3 acres) in a fenced, well-ventilated coop approved by Animal Control, kept in the backyard only; site plan required. Coop set back a specified distance from property lines and homes (numeric value not published). |
| Code section | Overland Park Municipal Code Ch. 6.13 (Keeping of Chickens); Ord. No. DAC-3435 (eff. Jan 1, 2024) |
Overland Park permits hens (no roosters under 3 acres) on single/two-family lots over 0.20 acres. Number of hens is tiered by lot size: 3 hens (0.20-0.49 ac), 6 (0.5-0.99 ac), 12 (1-3 ac), and unlimited by right on lots of 3+ acres. A permit ($100 first year, $50 renewal) is required for lots under 3 acres.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Overland Park?
Yes, with conditions — Overland Park allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Overland Park Municipal Code Ch. 6.13 (Keeping of Chickens); Ord. No. DAC-3435 (eff. Jan 1, 2024)).
How many chickens can I keep in Overland Park?
Up to 12 hens. Tiered by lot size: 3 up to 21,344 sq ft; 6 up to 43,124 sq ft; 12 up to 130,680 sq ft. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Overland Park?
Yes — Overland Park requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $100).
Are roosters allowed in Overland Park?
No — roosters are prohibited in Overland Park.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Overland Park?
Yes — 8,712 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Overland Park?
Overland Park Municipal Code Ch. 6.13 (Keeping of Chickens); Ord. No. DAC-3435 (eff. Jan 1, 2024). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Overland Park Municipal Code Ch. 6.13 (Keeping of Chickens); Ord. No. DAC-3435 (eff. Jan 1, 2024) — read the official code
“0.20 - 0.49 / 8,712 - 21,344 / 3; 0.5 - 0.99 / 21,780 - 43,124 / 6; 1 - 3 / 43,560 - 130,680 / 12; 3+ / N/A / Unlimited” source
“A permit costs $100 for the first year and $50 for each renewal. ... Per City ordinance, chickens are allowed on any property larger than three acres without a permit.” source
“Hens are allowed. Roosters are not allowed on properties less than 3 acres.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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