Backyard Chickens in Stillwater, Oklahoma
Stillwater allows up to 6 hens per residential property. Up to 6 hens or ducks, personal use only, not for commercial purposes.
Roosters are not allowed within city limits — this is standard across most Oklahoma cities because of noise complaints.
A permit is required before you set up a coop.
Single-family and duplex residential properties only. Sources disagree on the exact coop setback distance — one older source cites 150 ft from any structure, another cites 20 ft from property lines, neither confirmed against the ordinance text — call the city to confirm before relying on either number.
Ordinances change. This page is a starting point, not a substitute for calling Stillwater 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.
- Payne 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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