Backyard chickens are permitted in Concord on residential lots, typically limited to 4–6 hens with no roosters allowed. Coops must be set back from property lines and maintained in sanitary condition. Slaughter on-site is generally prohibited and roosters are banned due to noise concerns.
Concord allows the keeping of backyard hens on residential lots subject to standards in Municipal Code Title 18 and Chapter 6 (Animals). Typical limits are 4 to 6 hens per single-family lot, with no roosters permitted due to crowing noise that violates the city's nuisance and noise provisions. Coop setbacks generally require structures to be at least 10 feet from any property line and 25 feet from any dwelling on an adjacent parcel, though exact numbers depend on lot size and zoning district. Coops must be clean, vermin-resistant, and enclosed to protect chickens from predators (raccoons, coyotes, hawks). On-site slaughter is generally prohibited in residential zones. Chicken waste management must comply with nuisance standards, and feed must be stored in rodent-proof containers. Homeowners with HOAs should also check CC&Rs, which may further restrict or prohibit chicken keeping. Egg-selling from the residence is generally limited to incidental sales; commercial egg operations require a home business review.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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