Backyard Chickens in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Tulsa allows up to 6 hens per residential property. 6 adult chickens + up to 14 chicks under 8 weeks, in non-AG residential zones
Whether roosters are allowed is genuinely unclear from public sources — Some sources say technically allowed subject to noise ordinance, others say banned outright. Call Tulsa Animal Welfare directly before assuming either way.
No permit is required to keep hens.
Different rules for AG-zoned lots (up to 25 adult hens on 1 acre, scaling up per half acre). Coop must be clean, sanitary, properly screened.
Quick Facts
- Hens allowed
- Up to 6
- Roosters allowed
- Disputed — confirm before assuming
- Permit required
- No
- Setback — Nearest neighboring dwelling
- 50 ft
- Setback — Property line
- 100 ft
Ordinances change. This page is a starting point, not a substitute for calling Tulsa 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.
- Tulsa 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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