Can I keep chickens in Mansfield?
Yes — Mansfield allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited. (Sec 505.19 (Hen Keeping), verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($100) |
| Coop rules | Coop elevated min. 12in above grade; meets accessory-structure setback standards; hens confined dusk to dawn, no free-ranging; premises clean/dry/odor-free; leg bands required; feed properly stored; allowed only on lots with 1- or 2-family dwellings; rental properties need a signed agreement with the property owner. Requires online licensing (Accela portal): $100 initial fee, $25/yr renewal, completion of an OSU-equivalent backyard poultry course. |
| Code section | Sec 505.19 (Hen Keeping) |
Mansfield allows chickens conditionally on 3+ acre parcels only, with 50-foot setback from habitable buildings and discretionary Director approval.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Mansfield?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Mansfield (Sec 505.19 (Hen Keeping)).
How many chickens can I keep in Mansfield?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Mansfield?
Yes — Mansfield requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $100).
Are roosters allowed in Mansfield?
No — roosters are prohibited in Mansfield.
What law covers backyard chickens in Mansfield?
Sec 505.19 (Hen Keeping). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Sec 505.19 (Hen Keeping) — read the official code
“Effective April 1, 2026, residents of the City of Mansfield will be allowed to maintain up to 6 hens on residential property after proper licensing... NO ROOSTERS... Initial registration fee of $100, renewals $25 per year” source
Last verified July 5, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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