Coop Ready Texas Austin
Hens allowed
Yes. Austin allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
The enclosure needs four secure sides with overhead cover and can be no taller than the fence height allowed on the lot. It must be kept sanitary with no odor offensive to neighbors.
Hen limit
No set limit
Roosters
Not banned in the animal code
Permit
No
Coop placement
Enclosure 30 ft from a neighbor's home or business (50 ft if a health hazard)
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Austin rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Austin?
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Backyard chicken questions in Austin
How many chickens can I have in Austin?
Austin sets no fixed hen limit for a typical home lot. Coop distance, nuisance and sanitation rules still apply.
Are roosters allowed in Austin?
The rooster rule in Austin: not banned in the animal code.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Austin?
No. Austin's animal code does not require a permit for backyard chickens.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Austin?
Where the coop can go in Austin: enclosure 30 ft from a neighbor's home or business (50 ft if a health hazard).
Can my HOA ban chickens if Austin 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 Austin before you build.
