Can I keep chickens in Bettendorf, IA?
No — Bettendorf does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (City Code 5-8-5, verified June 2026)
✗ Not allowed
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Coop rules | Poultry (including domestic chickens) may not be kept unless the property is zoned agricultural. |
| Code section | City Code 5-8-5 |
Bettendorf prohibits keeping chickens and other poultry within city limits unless the property is zoned agricultural. Residential lots cannot keep backyard hens. There is no permit pathway for keeping chickens in residential zones.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Bettendorf?
No — chickens are not allowed in Bettendorf (City Code 5-8-5).
What law covers backyard chickens in Bettendorf?
City Code 5-8-5. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
City Code 5-8-5 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful to maintain, keep or harbor any cattle, horses, jacks, goats, guinea fowl, ostriches, poultry (domestic chickens, turkeys, geese, and ducks), or similar domestic animals raised for home use or for profit within the city limits unless the property upon which such animals are maintained, kept or harbored is zoned as agricultural property.” source
Last verified June 14, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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