Coop Ready Texas Seguin
Allowed with a permit
Yes, with a permit. Seguin allows backyard hens, but you need a permit first.
Up to 26 if the enclosure and run are 75 ft from others' homes or businesses, or up to 50 with an 8,000 sq ft rear yard and 100 ft to the nearest other home. At least 5 sq ft per chicken is required, and birds are locked in from 10 pm to 6 am. A fenced backyard or a 6 ft run is required. Texas Ag Code 251.0055 (HB 1750, 2023) may limit city rules on agricultural operations; it is untested for backyard hens, and Dallas Animal Services applies it to roosters.
Hen limit
8 (up to 26 or 50 with larger setbacks)
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Yes: annual permit from animal services (fee in Appendix C)
Coop placement
Enclosure at least 10 ft from all property lines
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Seguin rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Seguin
How many chickens can I have in Seguin?
The hen limit in Seguin: 8 (up to 26 or 50 with larger setbacks).
Are roosters allowed in Seguin?
No. Seguin bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Seguin?
Yes. You need annual permit from animal services (fee in Appendix C).
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Seguin?
Where the coop can go in Seguin: enclosure at least 10 ft from all property lines.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Seguin 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 Seguin before you build.
