Can I keep chickens in Centennial, CO?
Yes — Centennial allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with no permit required. (Centennial Municipal Code — Animal Regulations, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Chickens must be contained in a covered enclosure between dusk and dawn |
| Code section | Centennial Municipal Code — Animal Regulations |
Centennial allows up to 6 chickens per household as part of the standard pet allowance. Chickens must be confined in a covered enclosure from dusk to dawn. Agricultural zone and neighborhood conservation zone residents, and pet fancier permit holders, may have different limits.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Centennial?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Centennial (Centennial Municipal Code — Animal Regulations).
How many chickens can I keep in Centennial?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Centennial?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Centennial.
What law covers backyard chickens in Centennial?
Centennial Municipal Code — Animal Regulations. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Centennial Municipal Code — Animal Regulations — read the official code
“Centennial residents are allowed to own, or have custody of, a maximum of...Six chickens, provided that chickens must be contained in a covered enclosure between dusk and dawn.” 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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