Can I keep chickens in Twin Falls, ID?
Yes — Twin Falls allows backyard chickens, up to 4 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 40 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Twin Falls City Code 6-3-1 and 6-3-4, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 4 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 40 ft |
| Coop rules | No permit for up to 4 hens. Beyond 4: permit required, plus 5,000 sq ft of property per 25 fowl; run/enclosure at least 40 ft from any dwelling other than the applicant's. Subject to Code Enforcement inspection. |
| Code section | Twin Falls City Code 6-3-1 and 6-3-4 |
Twin Falls residents may keep up to 4 hen chickens with no permit. Keeping more than 4 requires a permit and at least 5,000 sq ft of property per 25 fowl, with the enclosure at least 40 ft from a neighbor's dwelling. Roosters are prohibited citywide.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Twin Falls?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Twin Falls (Twin Falls City Code 6-3-1 and 6-3-4).
How many chickens can I keep in Twin Falls?
Up to 4 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Twin Falls?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Twin Falls.
Are roosters allowed in Twin Falls?
No — roosters are prohibited in Twin Falls.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Twin Falls?
40 feet minimum. No permit for up to 4 hens. Beyond 4: permit required, plus 5,000 sq ft of property per 25 fowl; run/enclosure at least 40 ft from any dwelling other than the applicant's. Subject to Code Enforcement inspection.
What law covers backyard chickens in Twin Falls?
Twin Falls City Code 6-3-1 and 6-3-4. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Twin Falls City Code 6-3-1 and 6-3-4 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful to keep or maintain any horses, mules, donkeys, cows, sheep, goats, poultry (more than 4 hen chickens) or rabbits (more than 3 rabbits) ... without first obtaining a permit from the Code Enforcement Coordinator” source
“It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or maintain any pigs, hogs, or rooster chickens within the corporate limits of the City.” source
“in no event shall the fowl or poultry or rabbit run or enclosure be less than forty feet (40') from a dwelling other than that of the applicant” 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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