Can I keep chickens in Lewistown, MT?
No — Lewistown does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Lewistown City Code 6-3-21, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | |
| Code section | Lewistown City Code 6-3-21 |
Lewistown makes it unlawful to keep 'domestic animals' within city limits, and its definition expressly includes chickens, ducks and turkeys. The only exceptions are animals brought in for marketing/exhibition and miniature potbellied pigs; backyard hens are not permitted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Lewistown?
No — chickens are not allowed in Lewistown (Lewistown City Code 6-3-21).
Are roosters allowed in Lewistown?
No — roosters are prohibited in Lewistown.
What law covers backyard chickens in Lewistown?
Lewistown City Code 6-3-21. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Lewistown City Code 6-3-21 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation, to keep, or cause to be kept, within the limits of the city, any domestic animals. The term "domestic animals" shall include horses, mules, donkeys, cattle, swine, sheep, goats, chickens, ducks or turkeys.” 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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