Fort Collins permits up to 8 hens on lots ≤0.5 acre (12 hens for 0.5-1 acre, +6 per additional 0.5 acre). Roosters prohibited. Coop must be in rear yard, ≥15 ft from neighboring residence and ≥5 ft from side/rear lot lines.
Fort Collins regulates backyard poultry and livestock by zoning district. Residential zones may allow limited hens (typically 4 to 8) with no roosters. Coops must meet setback requirements from neighboring homes. Sanitary conditions required. Larger livestock (goats, horses, cattle) restricted to agricultural or large-lot residential zones. CRS §35-46-101 et seq. covers agricultural fence law. HOAs commonly prohibit all livestock including chickens.
Unauthorized livestock: removal order. Nuisance: $100 to $500. Roosters in prohibited areas: immediate removal.
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Fort Collins requires pool barriers meeting safety codes to prevent drowning. Fences must be at least 4 to 5 feet tall with self-closing, self-latching gates.
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Fort Collins requires permits for retaining walls above a certain height, typically 4 feet. Engineering review may be required for taller walls.
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Fort Collins may have wildfire hazard zones requiring defensible space around structures, fire-resistant building materials, and vegetation management.
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