Can I keep chickens in Pearl, MS?
Yes, with conditions — Pearl allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 2 hens where permitted). Coops must be at least 150 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Code of Ordinances ch. 6, § 6-24, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 2 |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 150 ft |
| Coop rules | Fowl must stay on the owner's property (carrier pigeons on flights excepted). More than 2 fowl require a 150-ft property-line setback, a special permit from community development, or a tract of 3+ acres / unplatted land. |
| Code section | Code of Ordinances ch. 6, § 6-24 |
Pearl permits up to two fowl on a normal subdivided residential lot with no permit. Keeping more than two requires either a 150-foot setback from every adjoining property line, a special permit from the community development department, or a parcel of three or more acres (or unplatted land). No rooster ban or slaughter provision was found.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Pearl?
Yes, with conditions — Pearl allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Code of Ordinances ch. 6, § 6-24).
How many chickens can I keep in Pearl?
Up to 2 hens. Up to 2 fowl outright; more than 2 only with a 150-ft setback, a community-development permit, or 3+ acres/unplatted land. No numeric cap above that.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Pearl?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Pearl.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Pearl?
150 feet minimum. Fowl must stay on the owner's property (carrier pigeons on flights excepted). More than 2 fowl require a 150-ft property-line setback, a special permit from community development, or a tract of 3+ acres / unplatted land.
What law covers backyard chickens in Pearl?
Code of Ordinances ch. 6, § 6-24. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Code of Ordinances ch. 6, § 6-24 — read the official code
“No person shall keep more than two fowl, such as chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, pigeons or guineas, except when 150 feet from any property line adjoining that on which the fowl are kept, or except by special permit issued by the community development department or other designated agency.” source
“The provisions of this section shall not apply to any area in the city not subdivided or platted or on tracts of three acres or more.” 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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