Wildlife Feeding: Atlanta vs Roswell
How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Atlanta, GA and Roswell, GA?
Atlanta and Roswell have similar restriction levels.
Atlanta, GA
Fulton County
Atlanta prohibits feeding wildlife that creates a nuisance. Intentional feeding of deer, raccoons, coyotes, or feral hogs is banned under both city nuisance rules and Georgia Department of Natural Resources regulations.
View full Atlanta rules →Roswell, GA
Fulton County
Roswell does not have an ordinance specifically prohibiting wildlife feeding (deer, raccoons, etc.), but Georgia state law (O.C.G.A. §27-3-15) and DNR regulations restrict baiting/feeding of deer, and any feeding that creates a §8.8.3 nuisance can be enforced locally.
View full Roswell rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Atlanta | Roswell |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Feeding | Prohibited (nuisance) | Restricted by O.C.G.A. §27-3-15 |
| Raccoons/Coyotes | Do not feed | - |
| Bird Feeders | Allowed (maintained) | Allowed |
| Feral Cats | TNR allowed | - |
| State Agency | GA DNR | - |
| Roswell-Specific Rule | - | None |
| Nuisance Lever | - | §8.8.3 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Atlanta FAQ
Roswell FAQ
Can I feed deer in my Roswell backyard?
Generally no. Georgia DNR rules restrict deer baiting/feeding outside the designated hunting season under O.C.G.A. §27-3-15. Bird and squirrel feeders are not restricted.
Are bird feeders allowed in Roswell?
Yes. Bird feeders are not regulated as wildlife feeding under Roswell or state law.
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