City Guides

Backyard Chicken Ordinances by City

Each city guide provides exact hen limits, permit requirements, coop setback measurements, rooster rules, and HOA notes — from the actual municipal ordinance, in plain language.

Use the Ordinance Finder for fastest results

The Ordinance Finder tool lets you select your state and city to get a summary instantly. City guide pages below provide deeper detail.

Texas Cities

California Cities

Florida Cities

Pacific Northwest

Colorado

Southeast

Midwest

Southwest

Informational Only. Always verify with your city before acquiring chickens. Not legal advice.