Can I keep chickens in Tea, SD?
Yes, with conditions — Tea allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. (§ 90.14, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Code section | § 90.14 |
Tea Ordinance 199 contains a Chapter 7 section titled Livestock and Poultry in City (§ 7.13), but the specific poultry language could not be confirmed. The city migrated its full code to American Legal Publishing as of November 2025. Whether chickens are permitted, prohibited, or conditionally allowed remains unconfirmed.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Tea?
Yes, with conditions — Tea allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (§ 90.14).
What law covers backyard chickens in Tea?
§ 90.14. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
§ 90.14 — read the official code
“No person shall place, keep or maintain any live hogs, cattle, sheep or horses within a residential zoned district within city. (chickens not listed in prohibition)” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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