Coop Ready Texas San Marcos
Hens allowed
Yes. San Marcos allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Hens must stay in the owner's yard. Other fowl, including roosters, must be kept where they cannot come within 100 ft of others' homes or businesses. Pens must stay 500 ft from food service or food processing places. Keeping that offends neighbors is a nuisance.
Hen limit
8 hens
Roosters
Not covered by hen rule; 100 ft rule applies
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop at least 30 ft from neighboring homes
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official San Marcos rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in San Marcos
How many chickens can I have in San Marcos?
The hen limit in San Marcos: 8 hens.
Are roosters allowed in San Marcos?
The rooster rule in San Marcos: not covered by hen rule; 100 ft rule applies.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in San Marcos?
No. San Marcos does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in San Marcos?
Where the coop can go in San Marcos: coop at least 30 ft from neighboring homes.
Can my HOA ban chickens if San Marcos 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 San Marcos before you build.
