Animal Ordinances in Fort Collins, CO (2026)
6 verified animal ordinances for Fort Collins, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Chickens & Livestock
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 Chickens & Livestock Rules
Few RestrictionsDog Leash Laws
Fort Collins requires dogs on leash in public. Off-leash in designated parks only. License and rabies vaccination required. CRS §18-9-202 covers dogs at large.
Fort Collins Dog Leash Laws
Some RestrictionsBreed Restrictions
Colorado has no statewide breed ban preemption. Some cities had pit bull bans (Denver repealed 2020, Aurora repealed 2021). Check Fort Collins ordinance.
Fort Collins Dog Breed Restrictions
Some RestrictionsBeekeeping
Fort Collins may allow residential beekeeping with hive limits and setbacks. Colorado Bee Act (CRS §35-80-101) requires apiary registration.
Fort Collins Beekeeping Rules
Some RestrictionsExotic Pets
Fort Collins restricts ownership of exotic and wild animals. Many species require special permits or are prohibited entirely for public safety.
Fort Collins Exotic & Wild Animal Regulations
Heavy RestrictionsWildlife Feeding
Fort Collins restricts or prohibits intentional feeding of wildlife including deer, coyotes, and bears. Feeding wildlife creates public safety hazards and nuisance conditions.
Fort Collins Wildlife Feeding Restrictions
Some RestrictionsLooking for Larimer County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Fort Collins city rules.
Animal Ordinances in Larimer County →