Las Vegas, NV Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

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Allowed with neighbor consent

Yes, with your neighbors' OK. Las Vegas allows hens only with written consent from the neighbors next to you.

You need written consent from each neighbor next to you.

Hen limit

10

Roosters

Banned

Permit

Neighbor consent

Coop placement

20 ft from neighbors' homes

Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.

Read the official Las Vegas rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Las Vegas

How many chickens can I have in Las Vegas?

Up to 10 hens on a typical home lot.

Are roosters allowed in Las Vegas?

No. Las Vegas bans roosters on typical home lots.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Las Vegas?

Las Vegas does not use a permit. Instead you need written consent from the neighbors next to you.

How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Las Vegas?

Where the coop can go in Las Vegas: 20 ft from neighbors' homes.

Can my HOA ban chickens if Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas before you build.