Coop Ready Texas Converse
Allowed with a permit
8 hens are allowed, but the code may also require a council special use permit; ask the city first.
Guineas, ducks, geese and peacocks are also banned. The coop must also be 20 ft from the owner's living areas. Animal control may approve more than 8 after a yearly inspection. 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 domestic fowl
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Unclear: Sec. 6-76 requires a council special use permit to raise fowl; Sec. 6-81 allows 8 at a residence
Coop placement
Coop at least 50 ft from every building except the owner's
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Converse rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Converse
How many chickens can I have in Converse?
The hen limit in Converse: 8 domestic fowl.
Are roosters allowed in Converse?
No. Converse bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Converse?
The permit rule in Converse: unclear: Sec. 6-76 requires a council special use permit to raise fowl; Sec. 6-81 allows 8 at a residence.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Converse?
Where the coop can go in Converse: coop at least 50 ft from every building except the owner's.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Converse 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 Converse before you build.
