Can I keep chickens in Springfield, OR?
Yes, with conditions — Springfield allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. Roosters are prohibited. (Springfield Municipal Code 5.406 & 5.408, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop rules | Permitted only on Low Density Residential (LDR) zoned property; keeper must reside on or adjacent to the property. Animal counts are combined across types (e.g., chickens + rabbits count together). |
| Code section | Springfield Municipal Code 5.406 & 5.408 |
Springfield permits keeping fowl and poultry only on Low Density Residential (LDR) zoned property, and the keeper must live on or next to the lot. Up to 4 adult birds are allowed on any lot regardless of size; 5 birds require a 10,000 sq ft lot, and each bird beyond 5 requires an additional 1,000 sq ft. Roosters over six months old are prohibited.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Springfield?
Yes, with conditions — Springfield allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Springfield Municipal Code 5.406 & 5.408).
How many chickens can I keep in Springfield?
It depends on your lot. Tiered by lot size: 4 up to 9,999 sq ft; 5 up to 10,999 sq ft. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Springfield?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Springfield.
Are roosters allowed in Springfield?
No — roosters are prohibited in Springfield.
What law covers backyard chickens in Springfield?
Springfield Municipal Code 5.406 & 5.408. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Springfield Municipal Code 5.406 & 5.408 — read the official code
“Keeping farm animals within the city limits shall be permitted on property zoned Low Density Residential (LDR) district only.” source
“The number of animals permitted on a given property shall not be calculated separately by type, e.g., two chickens and two rabbits would equal four animals.” source
“The keeping of fowl and poultry shall be limited to the following: 1-4 None; 5 10,000 square feet; 6 or more +1,000 square feet/each animal” source
“Roosters over the age of six months are not permitted.” 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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