Can I keep chickens in Northglenn, CO?
Yes — Northglenn allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 5 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Northglenn Municipal Code § 14-3-18, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($25) |
| Coop setback | 5 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Coop max 120 sq ft; at least 4 sq ft per bird; max 6 ft height; 5 ft from property fence line and 20 ft from any residence or primary structure on adjacent property; must be in rear yard; chickens in coop from dusk to dawn; chickens may range rear yard but must be fenced with at least 4-ft fence |
| Code section | Northglenn Municipal Code § 14-3-18 |
Northglenn allows up to 6 hens (no roosters) on residential properties with enclosed rear yards under a one-time $25 license. Coops cannot exceed 120 sq ft or 6 ft in height and must be 5 ft from the fence line and 20 ft from a neighboring primary structure. On-premises slaughter is prohibited.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Northglenn?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Northglenn (Northglenn Municipal Code § 14-3-18).
How many chickens can I keep in Northglenn?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Northglenn?
Yes — Northglenn requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $25).
Are roosters allowed in Northglenn?
No — roosters are prohibited in Northglenn.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Northglenn?
5 feet minimum. Coop max 120 sq ft; at least 4 sq ft per bird; max 6 ft height; 5 ft from property fence line and 20 ft from any residence or primary structure on adjacent property; must be in rear yard; chickens in coop from dusk to dawn; chickens may range rear yard but must be fenced with at least 4-ft fence
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Northglenn?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Northglenn's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Northglenn?
Northglenn Municipal Code § 14-3-18. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Northglenn Municipal Code § 14-3-18 — read the official code
“No more than six (6) chickens are permitted per parcel. Females of the species (chicken hens) are allowed to be kept on the premises. Roosters or males of the species are prohibited. a one-time application ... accompanied by payment of a license fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). Must be placed five (5) feet from property fence line and twenty (20) feet from residence or primary structure on adjacent property.” 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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