Coop Ready Texas Boerne
Hens allowed
Yes. Boerne allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Allowed for single-family homes, duplexes and townhouses with separately fenced rear yards. Coops may not be in the front yard or a street-facing side yard. Coops and runs may be at most 8 ft tall, runs may cover at most 20 percent of the rear yard, and any part visible from a street needs a 6 ft opaque fence. The animal code also requires pens 20 ft from every building used for living, and coop size must follow accessory building rules.
Hen limit
No limit stated
Roosters
Not stated
Permit
Not stated
Coop placement
Coop 20 ft from the adjacent lot and 20 ft from any structure on the lot
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Boerne rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Boerne?
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Backyard chicken questions in Boerne
How many chickens can I have in Boerne?
The hen limit in Boerne: no limit stated.
Are roosters allowed in Boerne?
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 Boerne?
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 Boerne?
Where the coop can go in Boerne: coop 20 ft from the adjacent lot and 20 ft from any structure on the lot.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Boerne 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 Boerne before you build.
