Can I keep chickens in Yigo, GU?
Yes, with conditions — Yigo 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, 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 coops, pens, and enclosures must be kept clean and free from accumulation of excreta, decayed food, and filth. Birds must be kept 50 ft from any building (10 GCA § 35103). |
| Code section | 10 GCA § 35102 |
Guam territorial law (10 GCA § 35102) allows up to 20 poultry or fowl on any premises territory-wide, provided they are kept 50 feet from any building and maintained in a clean, sanitary condition. No permit required. Yigo is Guam's northernmost village with a mix of residential and rural lots; the 50-foot setback is the key compliance constraint.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Yigo?
Yes, with conditions — Yigo allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (10 GCA § 35102).
How many chickens can I keep in Yigo?
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 Yigo?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Yigo.
Are roosters allowed in Yigo?
Yes, with conditions — see Yigo's rules (10 GCA § 35102).
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Yigo?
50 feet minimum. All coops, pens, and enclosures must be kept clean and free from accumulation of excreta, decayed food, and filth. Birds must be kept 50 ft from any building (10 GCA § 35103).
What law covers backyard chickens in Yigo?
10 GCA § 35102. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
10 GCA § 35102 — 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
“Mayors Council of Guam — village mayors serve as direct administrative representatives and have no independent legislative authority to pass animal ordinances.” 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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