Can I keep chickens in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes — Chula Vista allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 50 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Chula Vista Municipal Code Sec. 6.04.060, 6.04.080, 6.04.090, verified September 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 50 ft |
| Minimum lot size | 7,000 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Six chickens (up to 25 small animals combined) on a lot of at least 7,000 sq ft with no more than one single-family dwelling. Rabbits and fowl kept at least 50 feet from any residence other than the owner's and at least 5 feet from any property line. Roosters expressly prohibited citywide. |
| Code section | Chula Vista Municipal Code Sec. 6.04.060, 6.04.080, 6.04.090 |
Chula Vista permits up to 6 hens on properties with a minimum of 7,000 square feet. 50-foot setback from neighboring residences required. Coops must be fully enclosed.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Chula Vista?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Chula Vista (Chula Vista Municipal Code Sec. 6.04.060, 6.04.080, 6.04.090).
How many chickens can I keep in Chula Vista?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Chula Vista?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Chula Vista.
Are roosters allowed in Chula Vista?
No — roosters are prohibited in Chula Vista.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Chula Vista?
50 feet minimum. Six chickens (up to 25 small animals combined) on a lot of at least 7,000 sq ft with no more than one single-family dwelling. Rabbits and fowl kept at least 50 feet from any residence other than the owner's and at least 5 feet from any property line. Roosters expressly prohibited citywide.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Chula Vista?
Yes — 7,000 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Chula Vista?
Chula Vista Municipal Code Sec. 6.04.060, 6.04.080, 6.04.090. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chula Vista Municipal Code Sec. 6.04.060, 6.04.080, 6.04.090 — read the official code
“Maximum of six hens permitted on properties 7,000 square feet or larger” source
“Six rabbits, six chickens, two turkeys, two ducks, two geese, 10 pigeons... or any combination not to exceed a maximum of 25 animals may be kept... providing it has a minimum of 7,000 square feet... and contains not more than one single-family dwelling unit.” source
“The keeping of hogs, pigs or other swine, roosters or goats within the City is expressly prohibited.” source
“Rabbits and fowl shall be kept... not less than 50 feet from any residence, not including the owner's, and not less than five feet from any property line.” source
Last verified September 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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