Coop Ready Colorado Colorado Springs
Hens allowed
Yes. Colorado Springs allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
City Code 6.7.106 allows up to 10 fowl and 10 rabbits, counted from 4 months old, and bans roosters (6.7.110).
Hen limit
10 fowl (4 months or older)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
No
Coop placement
Set by zoning rules
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Colorado Springs rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Colorado Springs?
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Backyard chicken questions in Colorado Springs
How many chickens can I have in Colorado Springs?
The hen limit in Colorado Springs: 10 fowl (4 months or older).
Are roosters allowed in Colorado Springs?
No. Colorado Springs bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Colorado Springs?
No. Colorado Springs does not require a permit for backyard chickens.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Colorado Springs?
Where the coop can go in Colorado Springs: set by zoning rules.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Colorado Springs allows them?
Yes. HOA rules, deed restrictions and leases can be stricter than city code. Read yours before you build.
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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 Colorado Springs before you build.
