Corona, CA Animal Ordinances: Chickens & Livestock (2026)

Corona's zoning code (Title 17) restricts the keeping of livestock and poultry primarily to agricultural (A) and equestrian (E) zones. In standard single-family residential zones, the keeping of chickens may be permitted only on lots meeting minimum size requirements, with strict limits on the number of birds, coop placement, and roosters generally prohibited as nuisance animals. Equestrian zones (such as portions of South Corona) allow horses and limited livestock, subject to lot size minimums (typically 20,000 sq ft or more), corral and shelter setbacks, manure management, and fly/odor controls. Coops and animal enclosures must be set back a minimum distance from property lines and from dwellings on adjacent properties — often 25 to 50 feet depending on the zone. Sanitation requirements include regular manure removal, dry bedding, and predator-resistant construction. Riverside County Department of Animal Services provides enforcement and animal welfare oversight in Corona under contract. Slaughter of animals is prohibited in residential zones. Always verify current zoning and lot-specific rules with Corona Planning Division before bringing chickens or other livestock onto your property.