Coop Ready Arizona Phoenix
Hens allowed
Yes. Phoenix allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Arizona law (A.R.S. 9-462.12) bars cities from banning up to 6 hens behind a single-family home on a lot of half an acre or less, and lets them require no more than a 20 ft setback from the neighboring property.
Hen limit
6 (lots of half an acre or less)
Roosters
Banned if noisy
Permit
No
Coop placement
20 ft from the property line
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official Phoenix rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Phoenix
How many chickens can I have in Phoenix?
The hen limit in Phoenix: 6 (lots of half an acre or less).
Are roosters allowed in Phoenix?
No. Phoenix bans roosters (if noisy).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Phoenix?
No. Phoenix does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Phoenix?
Where the coop can go in Phoenix: 20 ft from the property line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Phoenix 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 Phoenix before you build.
