Coop Ready Washington Spokane
Hens allowed
Yes. Spokane allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Allowed in all residential zones. All small animals count together, so a 10,000 sq ft lot may have 10 chickens or a mix of other small animals, not both.
Hen limit
1 per 1,000 sq ft of lot
Roosters
Banned outside the RA zone
Permit
No
Coop placement
Same setbacks as accessory structures
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Spokane rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Spokane
How many chickens can I have in Spokane?
The hen limit in Spokane: 1 per 1,000 sq ft of lot.
Are roosters allowed in Spokane?
No. Spokane bans roosters (outside the RA zone).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Spokane?
No. Spokane does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Spokane?
Where the coop can go in Spokane: same setbacks as accessory structures.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Spokane 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 Spokane before you build.
