Coop Ready Texas The Colony
Larger lots only
Only on big lots. The Colony requires the pen to be 200 ft from every house, including your own, which rules out typical home lots.
The 200 ft rule has no exception for the owner's own house. Enclosures need fences that stop escapes and must stay free of flies and vermin. Texas Agriculture Code 251.0055 (HB 1750, 2023) may limit city rules on agricultural operations; it is untested for backyard hens.
Hen limit
No set number (10 sq ft per bird)
Roosters
Not stated
Permit
Not stated
Coop placement
Enclosure 200 ft from any inhabitable building, including your own
Source linked These rules come from the source linked below. Confirm current details with the city.
Read the official The Colony rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in The Colony
How many chickens can I have in The Colony?
The hen limit in The Colony: no set number (10 sq ft per bird).
Are roosters allowed in The Colony?
The city rules we read do not mention roosters. Check with the city before you get one.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in The Colony?
The city rules we read do not mention a permit for backyard hens. Ask the city before you build.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in The Colony?
Where the coop can go in The Colony: enclosure 200 ft from any inhabitable building, including your own.
Can my HOA ban chickens if The Colony allows them?
Yes. HOA rules, deed restrictions and leases can be stricter than city code. Read yours before you build.
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Coop Ready is a planning aid, not legal advice. City codes change, and zoning, HOA rules and your exact parcel can change what is allowed. Confirm with The Colony before you build.
