Backyard chickens regulated municipally, not countywide. Pittsburgh allows up to 3 chickens on lots under 2,000 sq ft (more on larger lots) with no roosters, 20 ft setback from dwellings. Most suburbs either allow with similar limits or prohibit in R-1 zones.
Allegheny County has no countywide poultry ordinance. ACHD does not regulate hobby poultry. Pittsburgh Code §911.04.A.2 permits hens as an accessory use (no roosters), coop 20 ft from any dwelling (excluding owner's), enclosed run required. Mt. Lebanon and Fox Chapel permit with similar setbacks. Monroeville and Upper St. Clair restrict to agricultural zones. Bethel Park allows with permit. Check municipal zoning before acquiring birds.
Municipal zoning violations: $100-$500 per day. Potential order to remove birds.
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