Can I keep chickens in Mesa, AZ?
Yes — Mesa allows backyard chickens, up to 10 hens with no permit required. Coops must be at least 75 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 75 ft |
| Coop rules | Enclosure at least 40 feet from any neighboring residence. Coop at least 75 feet from other residences. Must be kept sanitary. Not allowed to run loose or create noise disturbance. |
| Code section | Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control) |
Up to 10 chickens permitted on first half-acre or less. Roosters allowed if no noise violations. No permit required. Coop must be 40 feet from neighboring residence and 75 feet from other residences. Must maintain sanitary conditions.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Mesa?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Mesa (Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control)).
How many chickens can I keep in Mesa?
Up to 10 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Mesa?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Mesa.
Are roosters allowed in Mesa?
Yes, with conditions — see Mesa's rules (Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control)).
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Mesa?
75 feet minimum. Enclosure at least 40 feet from any neighboring residence. Coop at least 75 feet from other residences. Must be kept sanitary. Not allowed to run loose or create noise disturbance.
What law covers backyard chickens in Mesa?
Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Title 6, Chapter 4 (Animal Control) — read the official code
“Up to 10 chickens on the first one-half acre or less provided any enclosure is at least 40 feet from any neighboring residence, any coop is at least 75 feet from any other residence, it is kept sanitary and they are not allowed to run loose or create a noise disturbance. A rooster is also allowed as long as it does not violate any of the above regulations.” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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