Coop Ready Washington Redmond
Allowed with a permit
Yes, with a permit. Redmond allows backyard hens, but you need a permit first.
Register before getting chickens. The coop must be fully enclosed, at most 200 sq ft and 8 ft tall, and the run covered and at most 6 ft tall. No coop, run or feed storage in the front yard. The code does not name roosters, but the city's chicken page says they are not permitted.
Hen limit
4 to 10 by lot size (none under 4,000 sq ft)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Yes: a chicken husbandry registration
Coop placement
Coop and run at least 15 ft from any property line (5 ft next to parks, schools, streets or wide easements)
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Redmond rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Redmond?
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Backyard chicken questions in Redmond
How many chickens can I have in Redmond?
The hen limit in Redmond: 4 to 10 by lot size (none under 4,000 sq ft).
Are roosters allowed in Redmond?
No. Redmond bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Redmond?
Yes. You need a chicken husbandry registration.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Redmond?
Where the coop can go in Redmond: coop and run at least 15 ft from any property line (5 ft next to parks, schools, streets or wide easements).
Can my HOA ban chickens if Redmond 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 Redmond before you build.
