Can I keep chickens in Broomfield, CO?
Yes — Broomfield allows backyard chickens, up to 5 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (B.M.C. § 6-24-010(B), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 5 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Chickens must be contained within a coop and enclosure in the rear yard only; coops/enclosures under 6 ft tall or 32 sq ft do not require a building permit; larger structures require a building permit |
| Code section | B.M.C. § 6-24-010(B) |
Broomfield allows up to 5 hens on single-family lots with a chicken license from the Planning Division. Roosters and on-site slaughter are prohibited. Coops must be set back at least 10 ft from the property line and located in the rear yard.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Broomfield?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Broomfield (B.M.C. § 6-24-010(B)).
How many chickens can I keep in Broomfield?
Up to 5 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Broomfield?
Yes — Broomfield requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Are roosters allowed in Broomfield?
No — roosters are prohibited in Broomfield.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Broomfield?
10 feet minimum. Chickens must be contained within a coop and enclosure in the rear yard only; coops/enclosures under 6 ft tall or 32 sq ft do not require a building permit; larger structures require a building permit
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Broomfield?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Broomfield's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Broomfield?
B.M.C. § 6-24-010(B). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
B.M.C. § 6-24-010(B) — read the official code
“No more than five chickens are permitted per residential lot; Roosters are prohibited; Coops and enclosures must be set back a minimum of 10 feet from the property line; Outside slaughtering is prohibited” 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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