Can I keep chickens in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, with conditions — Las Vegas allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 10 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (LVMC 7.38.050 & 19.12.070, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Hens must be contained at all times in a coop with a fenced run; coop at least 20 ft from any primary structure on an adjacent lot; kept solely for personal egg production; property kept free of waste. |
| Code section | LVMC 7.38.050 & 19.12.070 |
Hens are allowed only in the R-1 and R-MH zoning districts on a lot with a single-family residence. Up to 10 hens may be kept for personal egg production, roosters are prohibited, and every adjacent property owner must file written consent. Coops require a fenced run and must sit at least 20 feet from any neighboring home.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Las Vegas?
Yes, with conditions — Las Vegas allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (LVMC 7.38.050 & 19.12.070).
How many chickens can I keep in Las Vegas?
Up to 10 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Las Vegas?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Las Vegas.
Are roosters allowed in Las Vegas?
No — roosters are prohibited in Las Vegas.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Las Vegas?
20 feet minimum. Hens must be contained at all times in a coop with a fenced run; coop at least 20 ft from any primary structure on an adjacent lot; kept solely for personal egg production; property kept free of waste.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Las Vegas?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Las Vegas's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Las Vegas?
LVMC 7.38.050 & 19.12.070. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
LVMC 7.38.050 & 19.12.070 — read the official code
“The limitations ... do not apply to the keeping of chickens within the R-1 and R-MH Zoning Districts if: (1) The activity complies with all applicable requirements ... in LVMC 19.12.070 ... and (2) The owner of each parcel that is adjacent ... has filed ... a written, unrevoked consent to the activity.” source
“No more than ten chickens (hens) may be kept, and they must be kept solely for the production of eggs for personal consumption by the residents of the property. Chickens shall not be bred for sale or raised for slaughter.” source
“Crowing roosters are prohibited.” source
“Coop structures shall not be located closer than 20 feet to any primary structure on an adjacent lot.” 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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