Corvallis, OR Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

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Hens allowed

Yes. Corvallis allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.

Domesticated fowl count as livestock but are exempt from the livestock registration rule. Animals may not run at large or make frequent or long, loud noise. The Land Development Code only treats commercial poultry farming as agriculture.

Hen limit

No number set

Roosters

Not banned; animal noise rule applies

Permit

No

Coop placement

No coop setback in the code

Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.

Read the official Corvallis rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Corvallis

How many chickens can I have in Corvallis?

The hen limit in Corvallis: no number set.

Are roosters allowed in Corvallis?

The rooster rule in Corvallis: not banned; animal noise rule applies.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Corvallis?

No. Corvallis does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.

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

Where the coop can go in Corvallis: no coop setback in the code.

Can my HOA ban chickens if Corvallis 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 Corvallis before you build.