Can I keep chickens in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Yes, with conditions — Mount Pleasant allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (Ch. 90, Secs. 90.27, 90.28, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Coops/enclosures must be at least 18 inches in height; not so filled that fowl cannot move freely; clean food and pure water in containers outside the coop (Sec. 90.28). |
| Code section | Ch. 90, Secs. 90.27, 90.28 |
Live 2026 code confirms domestic fowl are permitted subject only to a nuisance standard (Sec. 90.27) and coop standards (Sec. 90.28, min 18-in height). No hen cap, permit, or setback. Code derives from 1981/1993 ordinance; not overhauled like neighboring Charleston.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Mount Pleasant?
Yes, with conditions — Mount Pleasant allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Ch. 90, Secs. 90.27, 90.28).
How many chickens can I keep in Mount Pleasant?
It depends on your lot. Nuisance-based: domestic fowl permitted unless they impair health or disturb nearby residents (Sec. 90.27). No hen cap, permit, or setback. Coop min 18-in height.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Mount Pleasant?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Mount Pleasant.
What law covers backyard chickens in Mount Pleasant?
Ch. 90, Secs. 90.27, 90.28. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Ch. 90, Secs. 90.27, 90.28 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or have in his or her possession any chickens, turkeys, ducks, guineas, geese, pheasants, pigeons or other domestic fowl that will because of noise, odors, or flies, or otherwise tend to impair the health or disturb the peace quiet and comfort of nearby residents...” source
“It shall be unlawful for any person to confine fowl in coops or other enclosures less than 18 inches in height...” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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