Coop Ready Texas DeSoto
Larger lots only
Only on lots of a quarter acre or more, with the coop 50 ft from neighbors' homes, which rules out most DeSoto home lots.
Fowl must be in a secure pen and follow the lot-size and distance table. One subsection seems to limit fowl to agricultural land or residential lots under a quarter acre, which conflicts with the table's quarter-acre minimum, so ask the city before you buy. Texas Agriculture Code 251.0055 (HB 1750, 2023) may limit city rules on agricultural operations; it is untested for backyard hens.
Hen limit
6 on a quarter acre; more on bigger lots
Roosters
Up to 1 per 2 hens
Permit
No
Coop placement
For up to 6 birds: 50 ft from neighboring homes and 10 ft from the property line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official DeSoto rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in DeSoto?
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Backyard chicken questions in DeSoto
How many chickens can I have in DeSoto?
The hen limit in DeSoto: 6 on a quarter acre; more on bigger lots.
Are roosters allowed in DeSoto?
The rooster rule in DeSoto: up to 1 per 2 hens.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in DeSoto?
No. DeSoto does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in DeSoto?
Where the coop can go in DeSoto: for up to 6 birds: 50 ft from neighboring homes and 10 ft from the property line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if DeSoto 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 DeSoto before you build.
