Can I keep chickens in Everett, WA?
Yes — Everett allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with no permit required. (EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C), verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Accessory structures governed by EMC Title 19; combined small livestock may not exceed 12 animals per 10,000 sq ft. |
| Code section | EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C) |
Everett (Ord. 3984-23) allows chickens on a lot-size tier: up to 6 on lots up to 10,000 sq ft, 8 up to 15,000, 10 up to 35,000, then +1 per 5,000 sq ft. No facility license for fewer than six small livestock; facilities housing six or more, or any rooster, must obtain a facility license - roosters allowed only with license.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Everett?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Everett (EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C)).
How many chickens can I keep in Everett?
Up to 6 hens. Tiered by lot size: 6 up to 10,000 sq ft; 8 up to 15,000 sq ft; 10 up to 35,000 sq ft.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Everett?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Everett.
Are roosters allowed in Everett?
Yes, with conditions — see Everett's rules (EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C)).
What law covers backyard chickens in Everett?
EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
EMC 6.04.035(D)(1); EMC 6.04.040(C) — read the official code
“Up to six chickens on lots up to ten thousand square feet.” source
“facilities housing one or more roosters shall be required to obtain a facility license.” source
Last verified July 7, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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