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Conway, AR Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

Coop Ready Arkansas Conway

Hens allowed

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

Chickens may not stray outside their enclosure, and pens must stop droppings from running onto neighbors' property and must not cause odor. The zoning code says animals and fowl must not create odor, dust, noise or drainage nuisances.

Hen limit

No set number (each bird needs adequate space, food and water)

Roosters

Not named in the code

Permit

No

Coop placement

None stated

Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.

Read the official Conway rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

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Backyard chicken questions in Conway

How many chickens can I have in Conway?

The hen limit in Conway: no set number (each bird needs adequate space, food and water).

Are roosters allowed in Conway?

Conway's animal code does not mention roosters, but its noise and nuisance rules still apply.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Conway?

No. Conway's animal code does not require a permit to keep backyard hens.

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

The rules we read set no coop distance for a small flock. General nuisance rules on noise, smell and pests still apply.

Can my HOA ban chickens if Conway 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 Conway before you build.