Can I keep chickens in Barrington, RI?
Yes — Barrington allows backyard chickens, up to 6 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited. (Code of Ordinances Ch. 67, Sec. 67-19 (Keeping of Chicken Hens), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 6 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Covered, predator-resistant coop required; setbacks match those of principal dwelling; all euthanasia must be performed by a licensed Rhode Island veterinarian; no commercial slaughter |
| Code section | Code of Ordinances Ch. 67, Sec. 67-19 (Keeping of Chicken Hens) |
Barrington allows up to 6 hens on residential lots under Ch. 67 Sec. 67-19. Registration with the Building Official and a coop inspection are required before keeping hens. Roosters are prohibited. All euthanasia must be performed by a licensed Rhode Island veterinarian and commercial slaughter is prohibited.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Barrington?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Barrington (Code of Ordinances Ch. 67, Sec. 67-19 (Keeping of Chicken Hens)).
How many chickens can I keep in Barrington?
Up to 6 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Barrington?
Yes — Barrington requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens.
Are roosters allowed in Barrington?
No — roosters are prohibited in Barrington.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Barrington?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Barrington's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Barrington?
Code of Ordinances Ch. 67, Sec. 67-19 (Keeping of Chicken Hens). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Code of Ordinances Ch. 67, Sec. 67-19 (Keeping of Chicken Hens) — read the official code
“Ch. 67 Sec. 67-19 Keeping of Chicken Hens — maximum 6 hens; roosters prohibited; registration with Building Official required; coop must be covered, predator-resistant; euthanasia by licensed RI veterinarian only; no commercial slaughter” 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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