[header] How to make extra income from keeping chickens [title] Make sure you know your area's laws about keeping chickens if you live in an urban or built-up area. [step] Often you are not allowed to keep more than six chickens, and most places you cannot have roosters. This is for the sake of your neighbors (and your reputation). 
Contact your local authority before buying any hens. [title] Consider if your property is suitable for keeping chickens once you know how many you're allowed to have.