LAKE ARBOR FILING 6
Give Filing 6 homeowners the choice to keep backyard hens.
A narrow covenant amendment allowing up to six hens, no roosters, and reasonable enclosure and sanitation requirements. Arvada currently limits most residential properties to five hens, so five is the current legal maximum.
IMPORTANT: CURRENT ARVADA LIMIT
Arvada currently limits most residential properties to five hens.
The proposed Filing 6 HOA amendment says up to six (6) hens, but it also expressly requires compliance with all applicable governmental laws. That means five hens is the current legal maximum for most Filing 6 homes under Arvada's present rules.
The HOA amendment's six-hen ceiling does not override city law. If Arvada increases its limit in the future, the Filing 6 covenant would already allow up to six hens without requiring another covenant amendment.
SIGNATURE PROGRESS
Building support across Filing 6
At least 189 of Filing 6's 377 lots must approve the amendment. Our campaign goal is 190 signed lots.
THE AMENDMENT
A small change. Clear safeguards.
This amendment does not remove Lake Arbor's livestock restrictions. It creates one narrow exception for responsibly kept backyard hens within Filing 6.
What would be allowed
- HOA amendment permits up to 6 female chickens; Arvada currently limits most homes to 5
- Secure rear-yard coop or enclosure
- Responsible hen keeping
- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
What would not be allowed
- No roosters
- No other livestock under this exception
- No unreasonable odor or noise
- No unsanitary or nuisance conditions
WHY UPDATE IT?
Why some neighbors support backyard hens
Fresh eggs
A small backyard flock can provide fresh eggs for local families.
Less food waste
Hens can consume many kitchen scraps that would otherwise be discarded.
Useful compost
Bedding and manure can be composted and used in gardens.
Homeowner choice
Nobody is required to own chickens. The amendment simply gives Filing 6 homeowners the option.
HOW IT WORKS
Filing 6 homeowners have the authority to amend their covenants.
Section 17 of the Filing 6 Declaration allows the covenants to be amended when an instrument approving the change is signed by a majority of the then-owners of the lots.
FILING 6 MAP
Do you live in Filing 6?
The highlighted area below shows the general Lake Arbor Filing 6 boundary. If you live in this area and have not signed the backyard hens amendment yet, you can review and sign the amendment below.
Boundary shown for neighborhood outreach and reference. This image is not intended to replace an official recorded plat or legal description.
APPROVED AMENDMENT LANGUAGE
Amendment of Section 11 — Livestock and Poultry
The following is the approved amendment language for the Filing 6 signature collection process.
Pursuant to Section 17 of the Declaration applicable to Lake Arbor Filing No. 6, the undersigned owners of lots within Lake Arbor Filing No. 6 hereby approve the following amendment to Section 11 of the Declaration.
Section 11 is amended solely to create the following limited exception to the existing prohibition against livestock and poultry:
Backyard Hens Exception
Notwithstanding the existing prohibition against livestock and poultry contained in Section 11, an owner or occupant of a residential lot within Lake Arbor Filing No. 6 may keep up to six (6) female chickens (hens) on the lot, subject to the following requirements:
Roosters shall not be kept on any lot.
Hens shall be maintained within a secure coop, run, or other appropriate enclosure located in the rear yard of the lot.
The keeping of hens shall not create an unreasonable odor, noise, sanitation issue, or other nuisance affecting neighboring properties.
The keeping of hens and any associated coop, run, enclosure, or structure shall comply with all applicable governmental laws, ordinances, regulations, and requirements.
Except as expressly modified by this amendment, Section 11 and all other provisions of the Declaration applicable to Lake Arbor Filing No. 6 shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
FAQ
Common questions
Why does the amendment say six hens if Arvada currently allows five?
The HOA amendment establishes a covenant ceiling of up to six hens, but it also requires compliance with all applicable governmental laws. Arvada currently limits most residential properties to five female chickens, so five is the current legal maximum. The amendment does not override city law. If Arvada increases its limit in the future, the Filing 6 covenant would already allow up to six hens.
Will roosters be allowed?
No. The amendment is limited to female chickens, or hens. Roosters would remain prohibited.
Will chickens be allowed to roam freely?
No. The amendment requires hens to be maintained within a secure coop, run, or other appropriate enclosure located in the rear yard.
What about smell?
The amendment specifically states that keeping hens may not create an unreasonable odor, sanitation issue, or other nuisance affecting neighboring properties.
What about noise?
Roosters would remain prohibited, and the amendment states that keeping hens may not create unreasonable noise affecting neighboring properties.
Will this attract rats or pests?
Coop and feed areas will need to be managed responsibly. The amendment prohibits unreasonable sanitation issues and other nuisance conditions affecting neighboring properties.
Does signing mean I have to own chickens?
No. Signing means you support giving Filing 6 homeowners the choice to keep hens under the requirements of the amendment.
Does this affect the entire Lake Arbor neighborhood?
No. This amendment would apply only to Lake Arbor Filing No. 6.
How many homeowners need to approve the amendment?
Filing 6 contains 377 lots. Approval from a majority requires at least 189 lots. The campaign goal is 190 signed lots.
Who is organizing this?
This is a homeowner-led effort organized by Zach Landis, a Filing 6 resident.
SUPPORT THE AMENDMENT
Ready to support backyard hens in Filing 6?
If you are an owner of a property within Lake Arbor Filing No. 6, you can review and electronically sign the amendment online.
Signing indicates your approval of the amendment shown above. Only one owner signature is needed per property.
Current city limit: Although the HOA amendment says up to six hens, Arvada currently limits most residential properties to five. City law continues to apply, so five is the current legal maximum.
Sign Online
Review the amendment and add your electronic signature securely through DocuSeal.
Sign the Amendment →For Lake Arbor Filing 6 property owners only.
Or email zdlandis91@gmail.com