Can I keep chickens in Clarksville?
Yes — Clarksville allows backyard chickens, up to 8 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Title 3, Section 3-109, verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 8 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($50) |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Minimum lot size | 9,000 sq ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Coop 2 sq ft/chicken, max 50 sq ft, max 10 ft tall; enclosure 6 sq ft/bird, max 400 sq ft; rear of property, 10 ft from side property lines; screening buffer required; site drawing plus completed-structure inspection for permit. |
| Code section | Title 3, Section 3-109 |
Clarksville permits 8 domesticated hens on properties of at least 9,000 sq ft. One-time permit fee $50. Roosters prohibited.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Clarksville?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Clarksville (Title 3, Section 3-109).
How many chickens can I keep in Clarksville?
Up to 8 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Clarksville?
Yes — Clarksville requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $50).
Are roosters allowed in Clarksville?
No — roosters are prohibited in Clarksville.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Clarksville?
10 feet minimum. Coop 2 sq ft/chicken, max 50 sq ft, max 10 ft tall; enclosure 6 sq ft/bird, max 400 sq ft; rear of property, 10 ft from side property lines; screening buffer required; site drawing plus completed-structure inspection for permit.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Clarksville?
Yes — 9,000 sq ft.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Clarksville?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Clarksville's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Clarksville?
Title 3, Section 3-109. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Title 3, Section 3-109 — read the official code
“Roosters shall be prohibited. ... The lot area for keeping domesticated hens shall be a minimum of nine thousand (9,000) square feet. ... There shall be a one-time application fee of fifty dollars ($50.00) for any person applying for a chicken permit.” source
Last verified July 4, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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