Can I keep chickens in Oxnard, CA?
Yes — Oxnard allows backyard chickens, up to 25 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited. (Oxnard Municipal Code § 5-30, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 25 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Maximum 25 poultry (combined with rabbits) permitted in residential and commercial zones. Roosters prohibited. No permit required. |
| Code section | Oxnard Municipal Code § 5-30 |
Oxnard allows up to 25 poultry combined with rabbits in residential zones. Roosters are prohibited. No permit required.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Oxnard?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Oxnard (Oxnard Municipal Code § 5-30).
How many chickens can I keep in Oxnard?
Up to 25 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Oxnard?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Oxnard.
Are roosters allowed in Oxnard?
No — roosters are prohibited in Oxnard.
What law covers backyard chickens in Oxnard?
Oxnard Municipal Code § 5-30. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Oxnard Municipal Code § 5-30 — read the official code
“No person shall maintain more than 25 rabbits or poultry combined in residential or commercial zones” source
Last verified June 13, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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