Coop Ready Texas Buda
Hens allowed
Yes. Buda allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Pens may be at most 6 by 10 ft, at least 18 inches tall, fully enclosed and predator-proof. Slaughter and egg sales are prohibited. Runs must be predator-proof and well drained.
Hen limit
4 hens (half acre or less); 10 hens (over half acre)
Roosters
Banned except in AG zoning
Permit
No
Coop placement
Pen at least 10 ft from side and rear lot lines, behind the front building line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Buda rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Buda
How many chickens can I have in Buda?
The hen limit in Buda: 4 hens (half acre or less); 10 hens (over half acre).
Are roosters allowed in Buda?
No. Buda bans roosters (except in AG zoning).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Buda?
No. Buda does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Buda?
Where the coop can go in Buda: pen at least 10 ft from side and rear lot lines, behind the front building line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Buda 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 Buda before you build.
