Can I keep chickens in Oak Hill, WV?
Yes, with conditions — Oak Hill allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 6 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 25 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Oak Hill Municipal Code 15.38.310 (Keeping of Fowl), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($50) |
| Coop setback | 25 ft |
| Coop rules | Fowl kept in a pen no less than 25 ft from any neighboring structure owned by another; enclosure at least 10 sq ft per fowl. Non-commercial use only; roosters over 4 months prohibited. |
| Code section | Oak Hill Municipal Code 15.38.310 (Keeping of Fowl) |
Oak Hill allows keeping fowl by permit issued by the Zoning Officer for a one-time $50 fee, across all residential districts. Up to 6 hens and/or ducks total are allowed for non-commercial use; roosters over 4 months old are prohibited. Coops must be at least 25 ft from any neighboring structure and provide at least 10 sq ft per bird.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Oak Hill?
Yes, with conditions — Oak Hill allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Oak Hill Municipal Code 15.38.310 (Keeping of Fowl)).
How many chickens can I keep in Oak Hill?
Up to 6 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Oak Hill?
Yes — Oak Hill requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $50).
Are roosters allowed in Oak Hill?
No — roosters are prohibited in Oak Hill.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Oak Hill?
25 feet minimum. Fowl kept in a pen no less than 25 ft from any neighboring structure owned by another; enclosure at least 10 sq ft per fowl. Non-commercial use only; roosters over 4 months prohibited.
What law covers backyard chickens in Oak Hill?
Oak Hill Municipal Code 15.38.310 (Keeping of Fowl). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Oak Hill Municipal Code 15.38.310 (Keeping of Fowl) — read the official code
“The fowl permitted are hens, ducks, or any combination of both, up to a total number of six (6) per permitted premises.” source
“The Zoning Officer or his/her designee may approve a permit for the keeping of fowl for a onetime, fifty dollar ($50.00) fee in R-1, Low Density Residential District, R-2 Medium Density Residential District, R-3 High Density Residential District” source
“Keeping of male chickens (roosters) over four (4) months of age are prohibited.” source
“The fowl must be kept in a pen, coop, or enclosure no less than twenty-five (25) feet from any neighboring structure owned by another person or corporation.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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