Coop Ready California Bakersfield
Not on typical home lots
Not on a typical home lot. Bakersfield keeps chickens off ordinary residential lots.
Fowl are only allowed in agricultural or suburban residential zones. A 2020 hen ordinance was rescinded in 2021.
Hen limit
Not on typical home lots
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Not available
Coop placement
Not applicable
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Bakersfield rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Backyard chicken questions in Bakersfield
How many chickens can I have in Bakersfield?
None on a typical home lot. The rule: not on typical home lots.
Are roosters allowed in Bakersfield?
No. Bakersfield bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Bakersfield?
No permit is available for hens on a typical home lot, because they are not allowed there.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Bakersfield?
Not applicable, because hens are not allowed on typical home lots.
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Coop Ready is a planning aid, not legal advice. City codes change, and zoning, HOA rules and your exact parcel can change what is allowed. Confirm with Bakersfield before you build.
