City of Princeton, MN

The keeping of chicken hens within Princeton city limits requires approval of an Interim Use Permit in the R-1, R-2, and R-3 Zoning Districts. 

The following provides a summary of the regulations in regards to keeping chickens:

• Roosters are prohibited.
• No more than four chickens are allowed per property. 
• Only allowed on single family lots.
• Leg banding is required.
• Outdoor slaughtering and chicken fighting is prohibited.
• A separate coop is required to house the chickens.
• An enclosed run or exercise yard is required.

Please contact the Community Development Department at 763-389-2040 with any questions regarding the keeping of chickens.

• Interim Use Permit Application
• Chicken Regulations