Coop Ready Oregon Tigard
Hens allowed
Yes. Tigard allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Birds must be in a shelter at night and inside a fenced run or yard by day. Feed goes in lidded containers, and valid complaints about odor or vermin must be fixed promptly. A shelter can be up to 15 ft tall and 528 sq ft.
Hen limit
No set limit
Roosters
Banned (over 3 months old)
Permit
No
Coop placement
Shelter at least 5 ft from all lot lines (fenced runs are exempt)
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Tigard rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Tigard?
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Backyard chicken questions in Tigard
How many chickens can I have in Tigard?
Tigard sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.
Are roosters allowed in Tigard?
No. Tigard bans roosters (over 3 months old).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Tigard?
No. Tigard does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Tigard?
Where the coop can go in Tigard: shelter at least 5 ft from all lot lines (fenced runs are exempt).
Can my HOA ban chickens if Tigard 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 Tigard before you build.
