Can I keep chickens in Chandler, AZ?
Yes — Chandler allows backyard chickens, up to 5 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 5 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (14-33, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 5 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 5 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Chickens confined to rear and side yards only. Coop outer edge at least 5 feet from property line. Roosters prohibited. Animal waste removed twice weekly from coops, once weekly from property. |
| Code section | 14-33 |
As of January 5, 2023, up to 5 chickens permitted per detached single-family lot. Roosters prohibited. Chickens confined to rear/side yards. Coop must be at least 5 feet from property line. No permit required for coops under 120 sq ft.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Chandler?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Chandler (14-33).
How many chickens can I keep in Chandler?
Up to 5 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Chandler?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Chandler.
Are roosters allowed in Chandler?
No — roosters are prohibited in Chandler.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Chandler?
5 feet minimum. Chickens confined to rear and side yards only. Coop outer edge at least 5 feet from property line. Roosters prohibited. Animal waste removed twice weekly from coops, once weekly from property.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Chandler?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Chandler's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Chandler?
14-33. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
14-33 — read the official code
“Beginning Jan. 5, 2023, up to five chickens may be kept in each detached single-family lot; however, roosters will continue to be prohibited. Chickens must be contained within the rear and side yards. The outer edge of the chicken coop/structure may not be closer than five feet from any property line.” 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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