Coop Ready California Long Beach
Hens allowed
Yes. Long Beach allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Hen limit
20 (4 without a permit)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Annual permit with a fee for 5 or more birds
Coop placement
10 ft from any neighboring home for 1 to 4 hens; 35 ft for 5 to 10; 50 ft for 11 to 20
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Long Beach rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Long Beach
How many chickens can I have in Long Beach?
The hen limit in Long Beach: 20 (4 without a permit).
Are roosters allowed in Long Beach?
No. Long Beach bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Long Beach?
The permit rule in Long Beach: annual permit with a fee for 5 or more birds.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Long Beach?
Where the coop can go in Long Beach: 10 ft from any neighboring home for 1 to 4 hens; 35 ft for 5 to 10; 50 ft for 11 to 20.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Long Beach 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 Long Beach before you build.
