Can I keep chickens in Sidney, MT?
No — Sidney does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Sidney City Code 6-2-1, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Coop rules | |
| Code section | Sidney City Code 6-2-1 |
Sidney prohibits keeping chickens, along with most other fowl and livestock, anywhere within the city limits. The only exception is for temporary 'certain events' under section 6-2-3; there is no allowance for backyard hens.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Sidney?
No — chickens are not allowed in Sidney (Sidney City Code 6-2-1).
Are roosters allowed in Sidney?
No — roosters are prohibited in Sidney.
What law covers backyard chickens in Sidney?
Sidney City Code 6-2-1. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Sidney City Code 6-2-1 — read the official code
“Except as provided in section 6-2-3 of this chapter, it shall be unlawful for any person to keep, maintain or herd within the city limits of the city of Sidney, Montana, any horses, mules, sheep, swine, cattle, goats, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, peacocks or any wild or undomesticated animals or fowl. (Ord. 465, 9-7-1999)” 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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