Can I keep chickens in Colchester, VT?
Yes — Colchester allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited. (Colchester Zoning Regulations (6-hen limit, permit required, roosters prohibited), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop rules | Up to 6 hens. Roosters prohibited. Permit required. Setback rules apply per Colchester zoning regulations. |
| Code section | Colchester Zoning Regulations (6-hen limit, permit required, roosters prohibited) |
Colchester allows up to 6 hens with a permit. Roosters prohibited. Setback rules apply per local zoning. Source: animalofthings.com (June 2026) citing Colchester zoning regulations.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Colchester?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Colchester (Colchester Zoning Regulations (6-hen limit, permit required, roosters prohibited)).
How many chickens can I keep in Colchester?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Colchester?
Yes — Colchester requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Are roosters allowed in Colchester?
No — roosters are prohibited in Colchester.
What law covers backyard chickens in Colchester?
Colchester Zoning Regulations (6-hen limit, permit required, roosters prohibited). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Colchester Zoning Regulations (6-hen limit, permit required, roosters prohibited) — read the official code
“Colchester: Hen Limit: 6 hens. Permit Required: Yes. No roosters; setback rules apply.” 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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