Can I keep chickens in Grants Pass, OR?
Yes — Grants Pass allows backyard chickens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 15 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Grants Pass Development Code 14.900-14.911 (Keeping of Animals), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | No numeric cap |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 15 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | All animal enclosures must be set back at least 15 ft from property lines. Animal food stored to avoid nuisance. Large livestock (cattle, horses, goats) requires a 10,000 sq ft lot. |
| Code section | Grants Pass Development Code 14.900-14.911 (Keeping of Animals) |
Grants Pass permits backyard chickens (hens) in all residential zones as 'non-intensive agriculture,' with no permit and no numeric limit on hens. Roosters, geese, peacocks, and swine are prohibited, and on-site slaughter is banned. Animal enclosures must sit at least 15 ft from property lines.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Grants Pass?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Grants Pass (Grants Pass Development Code 14.900-14.911 (Keeping of Animals)).
How many chickens can I keep in Grants Pass?
Grants Pass sets no numeric cap on hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Grants Pass?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Grants Pass.
Are roosters allowed in Grants Pass?
No — roosters are prohibited in Grants Pass.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Grants Pass?
15 feet minimum. All animal enclosures must be set back at least 15 ft from property lines. Animal food stored to avoid nuisance. Large livestock (cattle, horses, goats) requires a 10,000 sq ft lot.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Grants Pass?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Grants Pass's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Grants Pass?
Grants Pass Development Code 14.900-14.911 (Keeping of Animals). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Grants Pass Development Code 14.900-14.911 (Keeping of Animals) — read the official code
“This Section applies to all residential property governed by this Code. The keeping of animals as provided in this Section is considered 'non-intensive agriculture'...” source
“Prohibited Animals. Swine, roosters, geese, peacocks, and exotic & dangerous animals as set forth by Section 5.04.020 of the Municipal Code are prohibited.” source
“All enclosures meant for the keeping of animals shall be setback a minimum of fifteen feet (15') from property lines.” source
“The slaughter of animals within the city limits is strictly prohibited.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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