Coop Ready California Los Angeles
Hens allowed
Yes. Los Angeles allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
The 35 ft distance comes from Animal Services rules made under LAMC 53.59, not the code page linked here.
Hen limit
No set limit
Roosters
1 allowed
Permit
No
Coop placement
35 ft from a neighbor's home
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Los Angeles rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Los Angeles?
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Backyard chicken questions in Los Angeles
How many chickens can I have in Los Angeles?
Los Angeles sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.
Are roosters allowed in Los Angeles?
The rooster rule in Los Angeles: 1 allowed.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Los Angeles?
No. Los Angeles does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Los Angeles?
Where the coop can go in Los Angeles: 35 ft from a neighbor's home.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles before you build.
