Littleton allows backyard chickens and beekeeping in residential areas under the ULUC. The city already permitted these uses prior to the 2024 Arapahoe County unincorporated area regulations. Specific limits on hen counts, coop requirements, and beehive numbers apply by zone district.
Littleton's ULUC (Title 10) permits the keeping of chickens and bees in residential areas, with the city being one of the Arapahoe County municipalities that allowed these uses prior to the county's 2024 unincorporated area regulations. Backyard hens (no roosters) are allowed with limits varying by lot size and zone district. Coops must meet setback requirements and building code standards (permits may be required for structures over 120 square feet). Beekeeping is addressed in the ULUC with colony limits based on lot size. Livestock beyond poultry and bees is generally restricted to agricultural-zoned properties. Commercial sale of eggs or honey from residential properties is typically not permitted. All animals must be maintained so as not to create a nuisance, safety hazard, or health problem.
Exceeding animal limits: code enforcement action. Nuisance complaints (odor, noise): citation and required corrective action. Keeping prohibited animals: removal order.
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