Can I keep chickens in Ammon, ID?
Yes, with conditions — Ammon allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 6 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Ammon City Code 5-3-8(E) (keeping of domestic hens), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Coop rules | Domestic hens permitted in residential zones R1, R1A, RP, RPA, and R2 (R2 townhome-developed lots only), only when the primary use is egg production. Max 6 hens on a detached-home lot, max 3 on an attached-home lot. Shelter in rear yard >=20 ft from the lot's home and from any adjacent home; secure enclosure >=6 sq ft/hen plus a 2 sq ft/hen nesting coop. Roosters prohibited. |
| Code section | Ammon City Code 5-3-8(E) (keeping of domestic hens) |
Ammon permits domestic hens only in specified residential zones (R1, R1A, RP, RPA, and townhome-developed R2) and only for egg production, making the allowance zone-dependent. A detached-home lot may keep up to 6 hens (3 on an attached-home lot); no roosters. Shelters must sit in the rear yard at least 20 ft from the lot's home and any adjacent home, with at least 6 sq ft of secure enclosure plus a 2 sq ft nesting coop per hen.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Ammon?
Yes, with conditions — Ammon allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Ammon City Code 5-3-8(E) (keeping of domestic hens)).
How many chickens can I keep in Ammon?
Up to 6 hens. Permitted only in residential zones R1, R1A, RP, RPA, R2 (R2 townhome lots only); max 6 hens on a detached-home lot, max 3 on an attached-home lot; roosters prohibited.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Ammon?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Ammon.
Are roosters allowed in Ammon?
No — roosters are prohibited in Ammon.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Ammon?
20 feet minimum. Domestic hens permitted in residential zones R1, R1A, RP, RPA, and R2 (R2 townhome-developed lots only), only when the primary use is egg production. Max 6 hens on a detached-home lot, max 3 on an attached-home lot. Shelter in rear yard >=20 ft from the lot's home and from any adjacent home; secure enclosure >=6 sq ft/hen plus a 2 sq ft/hen nesting coop. Roosters prohibited.
What law covers backyard chickens in Ammon?
Ammon City Code 5-3-8(E) (keeping of domestic hens). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Ammon City Code 5-3-8(E) (keeping of domestic hens) — read the official code
“The keeping of domestic hens is hereby permitted within the following residential zones within the City ... R1, R1A, RP, RPA, R2 ... The keeping of such hens is allowed only when the primary use is for the production of eggs.” source
“On any lot with a detached home a maximum of six (6) domestic hens shall be allowed. On any lot with an attached home a maximum of three (3) domestic hens shall be allowed.” source
“Under no circumstances shall the allowances within this chapter be perceived to allow any rooster within the City.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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