Coop Ready Texas Austin
Hens allowed
Yes. Austin allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
The 30 ft coop distance comes from City Code 3-2-16 as changed in 2022. The hen limit and rooster rule come from the general city code, so confirm them with the city.
Hen limit
No set limit
Roosters
Allowed (noise rules apply)
Permit
No
Coop placement
30 ft from a neighbor's building (50 ft if a health hazard exists)
Partly reviewed The linked source is the general city code or a summary, not the exact section. Confirm the details with the city.
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: allowed (noise rules apply).
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: 30 ft from a neighbor's building (50 ft if a health hazard exists).
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.
