Jacksonville allows backyard chickens in most residential zoning districts with a permit. Roosters generally prohibited in residential zones. Maximum typically 5-10 hens depending on lot size.
Jacksonville Ordinance Code Chapter 462 and Zoning Code Chapter 656 permit backyard chickens in most RLD (residential low density) and RR (rural residential) districts. A chicken-keeping permit is required through the Environmental Quality Division. Roosters prohibited in residential zones due to noise. Coops must meet setback requirements (typically 10-20 ft from property lines) and be kept sanitary. Larger livestock (goats, pigs, horses) restricted to AGR (agricultural) zones on lots generally 1 acre or larger.
Unpermitted chickens: $250 fine, removal order. Rooster in residential zone: nuisance citation. Sanitation violation: Environmental Quality Division citation, up to $500.
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