Does Oregon Have a Statewide Backyard Chicken Law?
Oregon has no statewide backyard chicken law. Oregon's Land Use Planning program focuses on protecting agricultural land from urban development but doesn't govern backyard flocks in residential zones. All chicken rules come from city and county codes.
HOA Authority in Oregon
Oregon HOAs can ban chickens. There is no Oregon statute preventing HOA chicken bans. Oregon does protect solar energy installations from HOA restriction (ORS 105.880), but that protection has not been extended to poultry.
Cities in Oregon
Select a city below for a detailed ordinance guide, or use the Ordinance Finder tool to look up your city's rules.
- Portland
- Eugene
- Salem
- Gresham
- Hillsboro
- Beaverton
- Bend
- Medford
Portland is the standout in Oregon — 3 hens with no permit, up to 10 with the City Urban Fowl Permit. The 5-foot property line setback (with no specific dwelling setback) makes Portland one of the most accessible cities for urban chicken keeping.
General Advice for Oregon Residents
Even if your city allows backyard chickens, there are always additional layers to check: your specific zoning classification, your HOA's CC&Rs, and whether a permit is required before you bring hens home. Use our free checklist to work through each step.