Can I keep chickens in Pasco, WA?
Yes, with conditions — Pasco allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations (up to 3 hens where permitted). Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (PMC 25.25.030(6) and parallel district sections, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 3 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Minimum lot size | 5,000 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Coops at least 10 ft from any property line, max 6 ft tall and 30 sq ft, behind the rear line of the dwelling; alley-adjacent coops may be within 5 ft of alley line if alley-facing wall has no openings. |
| Code section | PMC 25.25.030(6) and parallel district sections |
Pasco allows up to 3 chicken hens as accessory use only on lots of 5,000 to under 22,000 sq ft containing one single-family dwelling, with a combined cap of 6 animals including dogs, cats, rabbits. Roosters prohibited. Larger parcels governed by agricultural keeping provisions - rules differ by lot size and district.
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Can I keep chickens in Pasco?
Yes, with conditions — Pasco allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (PMC 25.25.030(6) and parallel district sections).
How many chickens can I keep in Pasco?
Up to 3 hens. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Pasco?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Pasco.
Are roosters allowed in Pasco?
No — roosters are prohibited in Pasco.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Pasco?
10 feet minimum. Coops at least 10 ft from any property line, max 6 ft tall and 30 sq ft, behind the rear line of the dwelling; alley-adjacent coops may be within 5 ft of alley line if alley-facing wall has no openings.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Pasco?
Yes — 5,000 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Pasco?
PMC 25.25.030(6) and parallel district sections. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
PMC 25.25.030(6) and parallel district sections — read the official code
“For lots with a minimum of 5,000 square feet but less than 22,000 square feet and containing only one single-family dwelling unit, the keeping of dogs, cats, rabbits, and chicken hens ... and/or three chicken hens, the total number of animals not to exceed six” source
“in all cases, animals shall not be allowed to roam or fly to other properties; roosters are not allowed.” source
Last verified June 11, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code.
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