Can I keep chickens in Pottsville, PA?
No — Pottsville does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Ch. 87 (Animals), Sections 87-14C and 87-10, verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Ch. 87 (Animals), Sections 87-14C and 87-10 |
Pottsville's Chapter 87 (Animals), adopted in 2024, makes it unlawful to keep any fowl within the city except at places provided for slaughtering or laboratory purposes. Slaughtering or dressing of poultry is also prohibited except at state- or federally-authorized facilities. Backyard chickens are not permitted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Pottsville?
No — chickens are not allowed in Pottsville (Ch. 87 (Animals), Sections 87-14C and 87-10).
What law covers backyard chickens in Pottsville?
Ch. 87 (Animals), Sections 87-14C and 87-10. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Ch. 87 (Animals), Sections 87-14C and 87-10 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or maintain any cattle, swine, sheep, goats or fowl in the City except at such places as are provided for slaughtering or laboratory purposes.” 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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