Coop Ready Washington Bellevue
Hens allowed
Yes. Bellevue allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Up to 6 fowl count as household pets. More than 6 count as small domestic animals, which need a lot of at least 10,000 or 20,000 sq ft and 25 ft setbacks. Birds may roam freely inside a fully fenced yard.
Hen limit
6 (more only on lots of 10,000 sq ft or more)
Roosters
Not named; noise nuisance applies
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop at least 15 ft from any property line; birds kept from coming within 15 ft of a line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Bellevue rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Bellevue
How many chickens can I have in Bellevue?
The hen limit in Bellevue: 6 (more only on lots of 10,000 sq ft or more).
Are roosters allowed in Bellevue?
Bellevue's code does not name roosters. They count as one of the 6 fowl, and the adopted King County rule makes unreasonable animal noise a nuisance.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Bellevue?
No. Bellevue does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Bellevue?
Where the coop can go in Bellevue: coop at least 15 ft from any property line; birds kept from coming within 15 ft of a line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Bellevue 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 Bellevue before you build.
