Can I keep chickens in St. Johnsbury, VT?
Yes, with conditions — St. Johnsbury allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 6 hens where permitted). (St. Johnsbury Zoning Regulations — residential zones, conditional use for backyard poultry, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Minimum lot size | 8,712 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Up to 6 hens permitted as conditional use on lots of at least 0.2 acres. Coops must be enclosed and predator-proof. |
| Code section | St. Johnsbury Zoning Regulations — residential zones, conditional use for backyard poultry |
St. Johnsbury allows up to 6 hens as a conditional use in residential zones, limited to lots of at least 0.2 acres (approximately 8,712 sq ft). Source: 2023 public hearing notice referenced by Vermont Backyard Flock network and planning department. Confidence 0.72 — based on hearing notice and secondary sources; primary zoning text not directly verified.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in St. Johnsbury?
Yes, with conditions — St. Johnsbury allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (St. Johnsbury Zoning Regulations — residential zones, conditional use for backyard poultry).
How many chickens can I keep in St. Johnsbury?
Up to 6 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in St. Johnsbury?
Yes — 8,712 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in St. Johnsbury?
St. Johnsbury Zoning Regulations — residential zones, conditional use for backyard poultry. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
St. Johnsbury Zoning Regulations — residential zones, conditional use for backyard poultry — read the official code
“Up to 6 hens as conditional use in residential zones; minimum lot size 0.2 acres (8,712 sq ft). Source: 2023 public hearing notice; Vermont Backyard Flock network; planning department.” 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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