Backyard Chickens in Shawnee, Oklahoma
Shawnee allows up to 10 hens per residential property. Up to 10 hens.
Roosters are not allowed within city limits — this is standard across most Oklahoma cities because of noise complaints.
A permit is required (a $90 fee as of last check) before you set up a coop.
New permit: $90, renewal $45 — a Special Animal Permit through the City Clerk's office, with an inspection required before approval.
Quick Facts
- Hens allowed
- Up to 10
- Roosters allowed
- No
- Permit required
- Yes
- Permit fee
- $90
- Setback — Property line
- 10 ft
- Setback — Nearest neighboring dwelling
- 40 ft
Ordinances change. This page is a starting point, not a substitute for calling Shawnee city hall or checking your HOA covenant before you build a coop.
Local considerations
- Feed and supplies: check a local Tractor Supply, Atwoods Ranch & Home, or independent feed store before ordering online.
- Pottawatomie County residents can reach the OSU Extension county office for flock health and predator questions — see the OSU Extension county office directory.
- City ordinances don't override HOA covenants — check yours separately even where the city allows chickens.
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