Pets, chickens and bees in Calistoga: the local rules

Each rule below links to the section of the Calistoga Municipal Code it was read from, with the code text one click away (checked October 2026). General information, not legal advice.

What Calistoga's code says

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Chickens	Yes; hens only, no roosters; the number allowed depends on the zoning district. § 6.06.020 · code text The maximum number of chickens that may be kept on a property shall be determined by the applicable zoning district.
Coop setback	At least 5 feet. Applies: From side and rear interior property lines. § 6.06.040 · code text Coops and pens shall be set back a minimum of five feet from side and rear interior property lines. At least 20 feet. Applies: From any building on a neighboring property used or usable for living. § 6.06.040 · code text Coops and pens shall be located at least 20 feet from any building on a neighboring property used or capable of being used for human habitation.
Permit	A building permit is required for coops over 120 square feet or with electricity or plumbing. Applies: Coop structures. § 6.06.040 · code text A building permit shall be obtained for coop structures exceeding 120 square feet and/or when electricity or plumbing is installed.

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Can I keep chickens or bees at my home in Calistoga?

Calistoga's code: Yes; hens only, no roosters; the number allowed depends on the zoning district. (§ 6.06.020); At least 5 feet. (From side and rear interior property lines.) (§ 6.06.040).

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