Can I keep chickens in Central Falls, RI?
No — Central Falls does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Code of Ordinances Ch. 8 (Animals); Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Code of Ordinances Ch. 8 (Animals); Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance) |
Central Falls prohibits backyard chickens in residential zones. The city zoning ordinance and animals chapter contain no provision permitting chickens, and no ordinance or proposal legalizing them was found. Central Falls is Rhode Island most densely populated city.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Central Falls?
No — chickens are not allowed in Central Falls (Code of Ordinances Ch. 8 (Animals); Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance)).
What law covers backyard chickens in Central Falls?
Code of Ordinances Ch. 8 (Animals); Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Code of Ordinances Ch. 8 (Animals); Appendix A (Zoning Ordinance) — read the official code
“Chapter 8 - ANIMALS | Code of Ordinances | Central Falls, RI” source
“Central Falls, Rhode Island, Code of Ordinances Page 1 of 93 ZONING ORDINANCE” 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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