Can I keep chickens in Buckeye, AZ?
Yes — Buckeye allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Chapter 6, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Coop rules | Maximum 6 hens on properties half-acre or less. No roosters. Rear/side yard placement. 20-foot setback minimum. Sanitary conditions maintained. |
| Code section | Chapter 6 |
Buckeye allows 6 hens per HB2325 on properties half-acre or less. Roosters prohibited. Enclosure in rear/side yard with 20-foot setback. No permit required.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Buckeye?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Buckeye (Chapter 6).
How many chickens can I keep in Buckeye?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Buckeye?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Buckeye.
Are roosters allowed in Buckeye?
No — roosters are prohibited in Buckeye.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Buckeye?
20 feet minimum. Maximum 6 hens on properties half-acre or less. No roosters. Rear/side yard placement. 20-foot setback minimum. Sanitary conditions maintained.
What law covers backyard chickens in Buckeye?
Chapter 6. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Chapter 6 — read the official code
“Up to 6 hens allowed on properties half-acre or less” 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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