Little Rock permits beekeeping in residential areas with reasonable limitations. Hives should be managed responsibly with adequate setbacks from property lines and water sources provided to prevent bees from seeking water on neighboring properties.
Beekeeping is permitted in Little Rock residential areas. Beekeepers should maintain hives with adequate setbacks from neighboring property lines (recommended 10–25 feet) and provide a water source on their property. Flyway barriers such as fences or hedges at least 6 feet tall may be required when hives are close to property lines to direct bee flight paths above head height. Arkansas state law supports beekeeping and the Arkansas Apiary Board provides additional guidance. Colony numbers should be reasonable for the lot size.
Beekeeping that creates a nuisance for neighbors may result in code enforcement action. Bee swarms or aggressive colonies may need to be removed.
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