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Little Rock, AR Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

Coop Ready Arkansas Little Rock

Hens allowed

Yes. Little Rock allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.

The coop needs at least 3 sq ft per bird over 4 months old, and chickens may not run at large. The rule covers chickens, guineas, turkeys and similar fowl.

Hen limit

No set limit

Roosters

Not named in the code (noise rules apply)

Permit

No

Coop placement

Pen or yard at least 25 ft from the nearest neighbor's house or any business, and 5 ft from your own house

Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.

Read the official Little Rock rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Little Rock

How many chickens can I have in Little Rock?

Little Rock sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.

Are roosters allowed in Little Rock?

Little Rock's code does not mention roosters, but its animal-noise rules still apply.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Little Rock?

No. Little Rock's code does not require a permit to keep backyard chickens.

How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Little Rock?

Where the coop can go in Little Rock: pen or yard at least 25 ft from the nearest neighbor's house or any business, and 5 ft from your own house.

Can my HOA ban chickens if Little Rock allows them?

Yes. HOA rules, deed restrictions and leases can be stricter than city code. Read yours before you build.

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Coop Ready is a planning aid, not legal advice. City codes change, and zoning, HOA rules and your exact parcel can change what is allowed. Confirm with Little Rock before you build.