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Chickens, bees and urban farming in Prince George's County, MD

Urban agriculture and beekeeping are permitted uses. Coops, runs and hutches must be 25 ft from side and rear lot lines and 50 ft from any neighbor's house.

A person last checked these rules on October 20, 2026. This is guidance only, so confirm with Prince George's County before you build.

The details

  • In RSF-95, RSF-65 and NAC, urban agriculture must control odors, keep compost screened and plant crops 10 ft from the front street line.High confidence
  • These setbacks come from zoning. County animal control rules apply on top of them, so check with Animal Services before you get a rooster.Medium confidence

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Can I keep backyard chickens or bees in Prince George's County?
Urban agriculture and beekeeping are permitted uses. Coops, runs and hutches must be 25 ft from side and rear lot lines and 50 ft from any neighbor's house.

Sources

  1. Prince George's County Zoning Ordinance (Subtitle 27), Sections 27-5202, 27-5203, 27-6600 and 27-6800. Checked 2026-10-21
    [27-5203(b)(15)] An outdoor swimming pool shall be enclosed by a fence at least six feet high... An outdoor swimming pool accessory to a single-family dwelling may be located in a required side or rear yard except that it shall be set back at least eight fe…
  2. Prince George's County Zoning Ordinance §§ 27-2500 (definitions), 27-5102, 27-5202, 27-5203 (accessory uses). Checked 2026-10-21
    [Family] A group of not more than five individuals all or a part of whom are not related by blood, marriage, adoption, or legal guardianship... Family child care home, small: ...up to eight children... Family child care home, large: ...9 to 12 children... A…

Disclaimer: This is general information, not legal or professional advice for any one property. Codes change. SetbackIQ is not a zoning determination, a permit, or a survey, and it does not replace an architect, engineer, or lawyer. Confirm with your building and zoning offices before you build, buy, or sign a contract.