Coop Ready Arkansas Bentonville
Hens allowed
Yes. Bentonville allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Single-family homes only, no outdoor slaughter, and feed kept in a container with a tight lid. Bentonville adopted a new Community Code in April 2026, and the draft that moved the hen rule raised the limit from 4 to 6; confirm the current number with the city. Land zoned A-1 or T2.1 Rural is exempt.
Hen limit
6 under the 2026 code update (4 under the older rule)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
No
Coop placement
Hen enclosure in a side or rear yard, at least 25 ft from neighboring homes
Partly reviewed The linked source is the general city code or a summary, not the exact section. Confirm the details with the city.
Read the official Bentonville rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Bentonville
How many chickens can I have in Bentonville?
The hen limit in Bentonville: 6 under the 2026 code update (4 under the older rule).
Are roosters allowed in Bentonville?
No. Bentonville bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Bentonville?
No. Bentonville does not require a permit to keep backyard hens at a single-family home.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Bentonville?
Where the coop can go in Bentonville: hen enclosure in a side or rear yard, at least 25 ft from neighboring homes.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Bentonville 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 Bentonville before you build.
