Can I keep chickens in Littleton, CO?
Yes, with conditions — Littleton allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 6 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 15 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Littleton Unified Land Use Code Sec. 10-1-1.6.A(4) (Chickens and Ducks), verified September 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop setback | 15 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Permitted only in the ACR, LLR, MLR, and SLR zoning districts. Chicken house min 2 sq ft/bird floor space with an attached outdoor enclosure min 10 sq ft/bird. Coop and enclosure must be predator-resistant. |
| Code section | Littleton Unified Land Use Code Sec. 10-1-1.6.A(4) (Chickens and Ducks) |
Littleton allows up to six chickens or ducks combined, but only in specific residential zoning districts (ACR, LLR, MLR, SLR) — not city-wide. Roosters are banned everywhere, coops must sit at least 15 feet from property lines, and hens may not be killed by the owner except under lawful order.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Littleton?
Yes, with conditions — Littleton allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Littleton Unified Land Use Code Sec. 10-1-1.6.A(4) (Chickens and Ducks)).
How many chickens can I keep in Littleton?
Up to 6 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Are roosters allowed in Littleton?
No — roosters are prohibited in Littleton.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Littleton?
15 feet minimum. Permitted only in the ACR, LLR, MLR, and SLR zoning districts. Chicken house min 2 sq ft/bird floor space with an attached outdoor enclosure min 10 sq ft/bird. Coop and enclosure must be predator-resistant.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Littleton?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Littleton's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Littleton?
Littleton Unified Land Use Code Sec. 10-1-1.6.A(4) (Chickens and Ducks). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Littleton Unified Land Use Code Sec. 10-1-1.6.A(4) (Chickens and Ducks) — read the official code
“A maximum of six chickens or six ducks or any combination thereof not to exceed six are permitted in the ACR, LLR, MLR, AND SLR districts.” source
“Chickens only; no roosters allowed. Up to four chicken hens. The keeping of farm animals in Littleton is regulated by the city Community Development Department (Planning and Zoning) and is dependent on zone district and size of lot.” source
“A maximum of six chickens or six ducks or any combination thereof not to exceed six are permitted in the ACR, LLR, MLR, AND SLR districts. Neither the chicken house nor the outdoor enclosure may be located less than 15 feet from any abutting property line. No person may own or keep a rooster in any district. The chicken hens may not be killed by or at the direction of the owner or keeper, except pursuant to lawful order of a state, county, or city official, or for the purpose of euthanasia when surrendered to a licensed veterinarian or the Humane Society.” source
“A maximum of six chickens or six ducks or any combination thereof not to exceed six are permitted in the ACR, LLR, MLR, AND SLR districts. Neither the chicken house nor the outdoor enclosure may be located less than 15 feet from any abutting property line. No person may own or keep a rooster in any district. The chicken hens may not be killed by or at the direction of the owner or keeper, except pursuant to lawful order of a state, county, or city official, or for the purpose of euthanasia when surrendered to a licensed veterinarian or the Humane Society.” 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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