Can I keep chickens in Blaine, MN?
Yes — Blaine allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 5 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Blaine Zoning Ordinance 33.22 (Standards for Rear Yard Chickens), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($45) |
| Coop setback | 5 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Coop (and covered run) max 60 sq ft; rear yard only; at least 5 ft from side/rear lot lines and at least 30 ft from any adjacent home; runs fenced (or entire rear yard fenced); waste removed/composted; structure removed if keeping discontinued >12 months. Slaughtering/processing must be done off-site. |
| Code section | Blaine Zoning Ordinance 33.22 (Standards for Rear Yard Chickens) |
Blaine allows up to 6 hens (no roosters) as an accessory use in residential zoning districts (RE, R-1, R-1AA, R-1A, R-1B) with a one-time registration ($45 fee). Coops are capped at 60 sq ft, must be in the rear yard at least 5 ft from lot lines and 30 ft from any adjacent home, and slaughtering must be done off-site.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Blaine?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Blaine (Blaine Zoning Ordinance 33.22 (Standards for Rear Yard Chickens)).
How many chickens can I keep in Blaine?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Blaine?
Yes — Blaine requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $45).
Are roosters allowed in Blaine?
No — roosters are prohibited in Blaine.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Blaine?
5 feet minimum. Coop (and covered run) max 60 sq ft; rear yard only; at least 5 ft from side/rear lot lines and at least 30 ft from any adjacent home; runs fenced (or entire rear yard fenced); waste removed/composted; structure removed if keeping discontinued >12 months. Slaughtering/processing must be done off-site.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Blaine?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Blaine's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Blaine?
Blaine Zoning Ordinance 33.22 (Standards for Rear Yard Chickens). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Blaine Zoning Ordinance 33.22 (Standards for Rear Yard Chickens) — read the official code
“Not more than six (6) hens are allowed. No roosters are allowed... Coop (and covered run) is limited to not more than sixty (60) square feet... located at least five (5) feet from side or rear lot lines. Shelters or coops shall be at least thirty (30) feet from an adjacent home... Slaughtering and processing of the chickens must be done off-site.” source
“Up to six hens are allowed in residential zonings (R-1, R-1AA, R-1A, R-1B)... No Roosters... Registration is required and a one-time fee of $45.” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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