Can I keep chickens in Agat, GU?
Yes, with conditions — Agat allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 20 hens where permitted). Coops must be at least 50 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 20 |
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 50 ft |
| Coop rules | All structures/enclosures for fowl must be kept clean and free from accumulation of excreta, decayed food, and filth (10 GCA § 35103). 50-foot setback from any building required. |
| Code section | 10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61 |
Guam territorial law (10 GCA § 35102) allows up to 20 poultry or fowl on any premises territory-wide, with a 50-foot setback from any building. No permit required. Agat on Guam's southwest coast has no independent ordinance; territorial rules apply as throughout Guam.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Agat?
Yes, with conditions — Agat allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61).
How many chickens can I keep in Agat?
Up to 20 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Agat?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Agat.
Are roosters allowed in Agat?
Yes, with conditions — see Agat's rules (10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61).
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Agat?
50 feet minimum. All structures/enclosures for fowl must be kept clean and free from accumulation of excreta, decayed food, and filth (10 GCA § 35103). 50-foot setback from any building required.
What law covers backyard chickens in Agat?
10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
10 GCA § 35102; 21 GCA Ch. 61 — read the official code
“Poultry or fowl may be kept upon any premises provided the number does not exceed twenty (20), they are kept fifty (50) feet away from any building, and, they are kept clean and free, from any accumulation of excreta, decayed food and filth of every kind.” source
“Gardening and the keeping of pets for non-commercial purposes [permitted in One-Family Dwelling Zone]” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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