Can I keep chickens in Broomfield, CO?
Yes — Broomfield allows backyard chickens, up to 5 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)], verified September 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 5 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($25) |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Home slaughter | Allowed with restrictions |
| Coop rules | Chickens must be contained within a coop/enclosure and may not be kept in the front yard. Coops under 6 ft tall and 32 sq ft or less need no building permit; larger structures require one. |
| Code section | B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)] |
Broomfield allows up to five hens per single-family residential lot with a one-time $25 city license, a 10-foot coop setback from the property line, and no roosters. Outdoor slaughtering isn't addressed as banned.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Broomfield?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Broomfield (B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)]).
How many chickens can I keep in Broomfield?
Up to 5 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Broomfield?
Yes — Broomfield requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $25).
Are roosters allowed in Broomfield?
No — roosters are prohibited in Broomfield.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Broomfield?
10 feet minimum. Chickens must be contained within a coop/enclosure and may not be kept in the front yard. Coops under 6 ft tall and 32 sq ft or less need no building permit; larger structures require one.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Broomfield?
Yes, with restrictions — see the city's rules in B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)].
What law covers backyard chickens in Broomfield?
B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)]. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
B.M.C. Sec. 6-24-050 (Unlawful keeping of backyard chickens; enforcement) [previously cited as § 6-24-010(B)] — read the official code
“No more than five chickens are permitted per residential lot; Roosters are prohibited; Coops and enclosures must be set back a minimum of 10 feet from the property line; Outside slaughtering is prohibited” source
“No more than five chickens are permitted per residential lot” source
“shall require a license issued by the Department of Community Development... fee...shall be a one-time fee in the amount of $25.00” source
“Roosters are prohibited” source
Last verified September 27, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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