Can I keep chickens in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes — Colorado Springs allows backyard chickens, up to 10 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 5 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Colorado Springs City Code § 6.7.106(E) (fowl limit), § 6.7.110(A) (roosters), § 6.7.106(D),(I); UDC § 7.3.303.A.3 (Urban Agriculture - Fowl), verified September 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 5 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Coop must provide at least 4 sq ft per chicken; coop in rear yard; min 15 ft from neighboring residential structures; min 5 ft from side/rear property lines |
| Code section | Colorado Springs City Code § 6.7.106(E) (fowl limit), § 6.7.110(A) (roosters), § 6.7.106(D),(I); UDC § 7.3.303.A.3 (Urban Agriculture - Fowl) |
Colorado Springs allows up to 10 hens (no roosters) on residential lots with no permit required. Coops must provide at least 4 sq ft per bird and be at least 15 ft from neighboring homes. On-site slaughter is prohibited.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Colorado Springs?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Colorado Springs (Colorado Springs City Code § 6.7.106(E) (fowl limit), § 6.7.110(A) (roosters), § 6.7.106(D),(I); UDC § 7.3.303.A.3 (Urban Agriculture - Fowl)).
How many chickens can I keep in Colorado Springs?
Up to 10 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Colorado Springs?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Colorado Springs.
Are roosters allowed in Colorado Springs?
No — roosters are prohibited in Colorado Springs.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Colorado Springs?
5 feet minimum. Coop must provide at least 4 sq ft per chicken; coop in rear yard; min 15 ft from neighboring residential structures; min 5 ft from side/rear property lines
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Colorado Springs?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Colorado Springs's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs City Code § 6.7.106(E) (fowl limit), § 6.7.110(A) (roosters), § 6.7.106(D),(I); UDC § 7.3.303.A.3 (Urban Agriculture - Fowl). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Colorado Springs City Code § 6.7.106(E) (fowl limit), § 6.7.110(A) (roosters), § 6.7.106(D),(I); UDC § 7.3.303.A.3 (Urban Agriculture - Fowl) — read the official code
“Property owners are allowed to keep up to ten (10) rabbits or chickens aged six months or older; Roosters are prohibited; Shelters/coops must contain at least four (4) square feet for each rabbit or chicken” source
“Any shelter provided for rabbits or fowl shall contain an area of at least four (4) square feet for each rabbit or fowl.” source
“The maximum number of rabbits or fowl age of four (4) months or older shall not exceed ten (10) of each.” source
“It shall be unlawful for any person to own or keep any rooster or cock within the City.” source
Last verified September 20, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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