Can I keep chickens in Homer, AK?
Yes — Homer allows backyard chickens with no permit required. (HCC §21.14.020(j), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Permit required | No |
| Code section | HCC §21.14.020(j) |
Homer City Code §21.14.020(j) permits the outdoor harboring or keeping of fowl as an accessory use to a residential dwelling in the Urban Residential (UR) district, provided the animals are pets of the residents and their numbers do not unreasonably annoy or disturb neighboring occupants. No specific hen count limit is established. The same accessory fowl language appears in the RO (Residential Office) and other mixed-use districts. Current through Ordinance 26-13, passed February 23, 2026.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Homer?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Homer (HCC §21.14.020(j)).
How many chickens can I keep in Homer?
It depends on your lot. No numeric limit — nuisance standard applies (numbers must not unreasonably annoy or disturb neighbors).
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Homer?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Homer.
What law covers backyard chickens in Homer?
HCC §21.14.020(j). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
HCC §21.14.020(j) — read the official code
“The outdoor harboring or keeping of dogs, small animals and fowl as an accessory to a residential use in a manner consistent with the requirements of all other provisions of the Homer City Code and as long as such animals are pets of the residents of the dwelling and their numbers are such as not to unreasonably annoy or disturb occupants of neighboring property.” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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