Can I keep chickens in Yuma, AZ?
Yes, with conditions — Yuma allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 6 hens where permitted). (Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Minimum lot size | 21,780 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Up to 6 fowl on 0.5 acre or less. Add 0.5 acre for each additional 20 head. Unlimited on 2.5+ acres. Male poultry restricted: only if incapable of making vocal noises that disturb peace/comfort/health. |
| Code section | Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076 |
Yuma allows 6 fowl on lots 0.5 acre or smaller; additional 0.5 acres required per 20 additional fowl. Unlimited on 2.5+ acres. Male poultry allowed only if silent or incapable of disturbing peace.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Yuma?
Yes, with conditions — Yuma allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076).
How many chickens can I keep in Yuma?
Up to 6 hens. Tiered by lot size: 6 up to 21,780 sq ft; 26 up to 43,560 sq ft; 50 up to 108,900 sq ft. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Yuma?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Yuma.
Are roosters allowed in Yuma?
Yes, with conditions — see Yuma's rules (Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076).
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Yuma?
Yes — 21,780 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Yuma?
Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chapter 130, §§ 130-075 and 130-076 — read the official code
“A resident of a single-family detached residence on a lot that is on-half acre or less may keep up to six fowl or rodents in the backyard or side yard. An additional one-half acre shall be required for each additional 20 head of poultry. For areas larger than two and one-half acres the number of poultry or rodents shall not be limited.” source
“No male poultry shall be kept within the city unless they are incapable of making vocal noises that disturb the peace, comfort or health of any person residing within the city.” 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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