Can I keep chickens in Troy, MI?
Yes, with conditions — Troy allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (Troy Code Sec. 90.70.20(f) (Ch. 90, Animals - Permits); domestic animal defined at Sec. 90.10.30, verified August 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Permit required | Yes |
| Minimum lot size | 32,670 sq ft |
| Coop rules | An animal permit from the city clerk is required for any domestic animal other than a dog, cat, or house pet. The applicant must demonstrate to the Housing and Zoning Inspector that the lot is three-quarters of an acre or larger. The Animal Control Appeal Board may waive that lot requirement. The ordinance sets no fixed hen count; species and quantity are listed on the application and approved by the Inspector. |
| Code section | Troy Code Sec. 90.70.20(f) (Ch. 90, Animals - Permits); domestic animal defined at Sec. 90.10.30 |
Troy treats chickens as domestic animals requiring a city animal permit. The applicant must show the lot is at least three-quarters of an acre, though the Animal Control Appeal Board can waive that. No fixed hen count appears in the ordinance; the number is approved per application, and Chapter 90 does not separately address roosters.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Troy?
Yes, with conditions — Troy allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Troy Code Sec. 90.70.20(f) (Ch. 90, Animals - Permits); domestic animal defined at Sec. 90.10.30).
How many chickens can I keep in Troy?
It depends on your lot. No fixed hen count in the ordinance. Requires an animal permit and a lot of at least 0.75 acre (32,670 sq ft), waivable by the Animal Control Appeal Board. Quantity is set per application by the Housing and Zoning Inspector.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Troy?
Yes — Troy requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Troy?
Yes — 32,670 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Troy?
Troy Code Sec. 90.70.20(f) (Ch. 90, Animals - Permits); domestic animal defined at Sec. 90.10.30. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Troy Code Sec. 90.70.20(f) (Ch. 90, Animals - Permits); domestic animal defined at Sec. 90.10.30 — read the official code
“in the case of domestic animals, demonstrate to the Housing and Zoning Inspector that the lot or parcel that animals will be kept on is three-quarters (¾) of one (1) acre or larger. This requirement may be waived by the Animal Control Appeal Board if the applicant can demonstrate circumstances that allow for waiver” source
“in the case of domestic animals, demonstrate to the Housing and Zoning Inspector that the lot or parcel that animals will be kept on is three-quarters (3/4) of one (1) acre or larger. This requirement may be waived by the Animal Control Appeal Board if the applicant can demonstrate circumstances that allow for waiver” source
“No person shall own or control a domestic animal or a dangerous animal or a wild animal, other than a dog, cat or house pet, within the City of Troy, without having obtained an animal permit from the Clerk for the City of Troy.” source
Last verified August 23, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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