Chicken Ordinance

Keeping of Chickens


All chickens must be registered with Animal Services
  • No more than four hens per lot.
  • Roosters are not allowed.
  • Hens must be kept in a coop.
  • Coop must be kept at least 10 feet from a property line and 30 feet from neighbors home.
  • Coop and surrounding area must be kept clean at all times.
Provide the following information to register with Animal Services at 830-221-4070 or submit the information by email to AnimalServices@nbtexas.org

Provide:


  • Your Name
  • Address
  • Phone Number
  • Email Address
  • Number of Chickens
  • Type of Chickens
Chicken Ordinance - Chapter 6-77 (d)