Can I keep chickens in Laramie, WY?
Yes — Laramie allows backyard chickens, up to 12 hens with no permit required. Coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Title 6, Section 6.06.030, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 12 |
| Roosters | Allowed with conditions |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Coop rules | Housing must be at least 20 ft from adjacent property line unless neighbor waives in writing; sanitation and nuisance standards apply |
| Code section | Title 6, Section 6.06.030 |
Laramie allows up to 12 combined fowl and rabbits under Section 6.06.030. Roosters are allowed subject to nuisance ordinances. No permit is required, but enclosures must be at least 20 feet from adjacent property lines unless the neighbor waives the requirement.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Laramie?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Laramie (Title 6, Section 6.06.030).
How many chickens can I keep in Laramie?
Up to 12 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Laramie?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Laramie.
Are roosters allowed in Laramie?
Yes, with conditions — see Laramie's rules (Title 6, Section 6.06.030).
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Laramie?
20 feet minimum. Housing must be at least 20 ft from adjacent property line unless neighbor waives in writing; sanitation and nuisance standards apply
What law covers backyard chickens in Laramie?
Title 6, Section 6.06.030. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Title 6, Section 6.06.030 — read the official code
“Up to 12 rabbits or fowl may be kept within the city; housing must be at least 20 feet from an adjacent property line, unless neighbors waive that requirement” source
“roosters are allowed as part of this 12-bird limit” 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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