Can I keep chickens in Rugby, ND?
Yes — Rugby allows backyard chickens, up to 4 hens. Roosters are prohibited. (§ 6.08.020 (Ordinance No. 416, adopted April 2019), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 4 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | Residential neighborhoods only; up to 4 hen chickens; roosters prohibited |
| Code section | § 6.08.020 (Ordinance No. 416, adopted April 2019) |
Rugby amended its animal code in April 2019 via Ordinance No. 416, removing poultry from the list of prohibited animals and adding § 6.08.020 to allow up to 4 hen chickens in residential neighborhoods. Roosters are not permitted. Permit requirements, fees, and setback details are not confirmed from accessible primary text.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Rugby?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Rugby (§ 6.08.020 (Ordinance No. 416, adopted April 2019)).
How many chickens can I keep in Rugby?
Up to 4 hens.
Are roosters allowed in Rugby?
No — roosters are prohibited in Rugby.
What law covers backyard chickens in Rugby?
§ 6.08.020 (Ordinance No. 416, adopted April 2019). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
§ 6.08.020 (Ordinance No. 416, adopted April 2019) — read the official code
“Ordinance No. 416 amends Chapter 6.08.010 to remove poultry from the list of animals prohibited within city limits, and adds Chapter 6.08.020 which applies to persons in residential neighborhoods only, allowing residents to keep up to four hen chickens with roosters not allowed” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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