28. Check Your Local Town Rules and Regulations
The rules surrounding chicken coops vary drastically depending on where you live. Never assume that installing a coop is okay, because even the town next door could have drastically different rules and regulations surrounding raising poultry than where you live! Just because your friends managed to do it, you will still need to do some research about what is required in your local area. There are ways to find out and get the resources you need to achieve your chicken dreams.
Depending on where you live, you will most likely need to get a permit and have a visit from a poultry inspector. There are livestock specialists in many areas that will likely visit your property to tell you whether you’re allowed to build or not. It’s best not to spend any money on the project until you know you have the go-ahead. This will also tell you how many chickens you can keep, how big your coop needs to be, and so much more.