Can I keep chickens in College Park, MD?
No — College Park does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Ch. 102 § 102-12, § 102-14, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Ch. 102 § 102-12, § 102-14 |
College Park restricts farm animals to properties specifically zoned for such use under § 102-12. Section 102-14 incorporates the Prince George's County Animal Control Ordinance by reference, which prohibits chickens in standard residential zones. No city-level chicken permission exists.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in College Park?
No — chickens are not allowed in College Park (Ch. 102 § 102-12, § 102-14).
What law covers backyard chickens in College Park?
Ch. 102 § 102-12, § 102-14. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Ch. 102 § 102-12, § 102-14 — read the official code
“Farm animals may be kept only on property which has been specifically zoned to permit such keeping.” source
“The City of College Park hereby incorporates and adopts by reference the Prince George's County Animal Control Ordinance as it may exist from time to time.” 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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