Can I keep chickens in Auburn, WA?
Yes, with conditions — Auburn allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 10 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (ACC 18.31.220(B); ACC 18.04.325; ACC 6.24.020, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Minimum lot size | 6,000 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Coops, pens, and runs only in the rear yard (behind extension of rear facade of principal structure), at least 10 ft from rear and side lot lines. |
| Code section | ACC 18.31.220(B); ACC 18.04.325; ACC 6.24.020 |
Auburn allows domestic fowl as accessory to a single-unit detached dwelling only: 4 birds on lots of at least 6,000 sq ft, +1 per additional 2,000 sq ft, capped at 10 (cap waived in RC and R-1 zones). Roosters banned. Slaughter for sale prohibited citywide; personal-use slaughter not clearly addressed.
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Can I keep chickens in Auburn?
Yes, with conditions — Auburn allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (ACC 18.31.220(B); ACC 18.04.325; ACC 6.24.020).
How many chickens can I keep in Auburn?
Up to 10 hens. 4 hens on lots of 6,000+ sq ft, +1 per 2,000 sq ft above 6,000, max 10. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Auburn?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Auburn.
Are roosters allowed in Auburn?
No — roosters are prohibited in Auburn.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Auburn?
10 feet minimum. Coops, pens, and runs only in the rear yard (behind extension of rear facade of principal structure), at least 10 ft from rear and side lot lines.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Auburn?
Yes — 6,000 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Auburn?
ACC 18.31.220(B); ACC 18.04.325; ACC 6.24.020. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
ACC 18.31.220(B); ACC 18.04.325; ACC 6.24.020 — read the official code
“Up to a total of four domestic fowl and poultry can be kept on lots that are at least 6,000 square feet in size. On lots that are larger than 6,000 square feet, one additional domestic fowl or poultry may be kept per additional 2,000 square feet. The maximum number of domestic fowl allowed per lot is 10” source
“Roosters and peafowl are not included in this definition and are not permitted.” source
Last verified June 11, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code.
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