Coop Ready Arizona Glendale
Hens allowed
Yes. Glendale allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
For a single-family detached home, with birds in the rear yard. The enclosure can be up to 200 sq ft and 8 ft tall. The 10 ft gap from your own house goes beyond Arizona's state hen law list, so it is untested.
Hen limit
6
Roosters
Banned
Permit
No
Coop placement
Enclosure at least 20 ft from neighboring property and 10 ft from your house and other structures
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Glendale rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Glendale?
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Backyard chicken questions in Glendale
How many chickens can I have in Glendale?
Up to 6 hens on a typical home lot.
Are roosters allowed in Glendale?
No. Glendale bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Glendale?
No. Glendale does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Glendale?
Where the coop can go in Glendale: enclosure at least 20 ft from neighboring property and 10 ft from your house and other structures.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Glendale 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 Glendale before you build.
