Can I keep chickens in Millcreek, UT?
Yes, with conditions — Millcreek allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 10 hens where permitted). Coops must be at least 40 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Millcreek City Code (MKC) 18.77 Animal Regulations, Table 18.77-1; licensing per MKC Title 8, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Coop setback | 40 ft |
| Coop rules | Coop and enclosures a minimum of 40 ft from dwellings and the street; coop/enclosure only in a side or rear yard, never the front yard. Fowl must be enclosed (may be in a fenced yard during daylight). |
| Code section | Millcreek City Code (MKC) 18.77 Animal Regulations, Table 18.77-1; licensing per MKC Title 8 |
Millcreek now has its own adopted Chapter 18.77 (Millcreek Together update, eff. 2025). Domestic fowl for family food production are capped at a flat 10 per lot (not zone-tiered), permitted across A/FRE/R-1/R-2/R-4/RM/C/M/MD zones. Coop/enclosures must be 40 ft from dwellings and the street, side or rear yard only, with no more than 3 animal species at one time. Licensing follows MKC Title 8 (which adopts Salt Lake County Title 8).
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Millcreek?
Yes, with conditions — Millcreek allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Millcreek City Code (MKC) 18.77 Animal Regulations, Table 18.77-1; licensing per MKC Title 8).
How many chickens can I keep in Millcreek?
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 Millcreek?
Yes — Millcreek requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Millcreek?
40 feet minimum. Coop and enclosures a minimum of 40 ft from dwellings and the street; coop/enclosure only in a side or rear yard, never the front yard. Fowl must be enclosed (may be in a fenced yard during daylight).
What law covers backyard chickens in Millcreek?
Millcreek City Code (MKC) 18.77 Animal Regulations, Table 18.77-1; licensing per MKC Title 8. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Millcreek City Code (MKC) 18.77 Animal Regulations, Table 18.77-1; licensing per MKC Title 8 — read the official code
“Domestic Fowl for Family Food Production ... A, FRE, R-1, R2, R-4, RM, C, M, and MD ... Maximum Number per Lot or Parcel 10 ... Coop and enclosures located a minimum of 40' from dwellings and street.” source
“Set a flat number (10) on the amount of domestic fowl permitted.” 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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