Castle Rock allows up to eight chickens or ducks (cumulative) on lots up to two acres, and up to twelve on lots over two acres. Only hens/female ducks are allowed; roosters and drakes are prohibited. One coop per rear yard, secured dusk to dawn.
Under Municipal Code Title 6, residents may keep a cumulative total of up to eight chickens or ducks on premises up to two acres, or up to twelve on premises greater than two acres. Only hens and female ducks are permitted, roosters and drakes are prohibited. Only one coop is allowed per rear yard. Birds must have an outdoor enclosure adequately fenced to contain them and keep predators out, and must be securely kept within the coop from dusk until dawn. HOA covenants may impose stricter limits than Town code.
Keeping roosters, exceeding the bird count, or improper coop/enclosure conditions are Title 6 violations enforced by Animal Welfare/Code Compliance, subject to abatement and fines.
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