Coop Ready Texas Keller
Depends on your zoning
It depends on your zoning. Check your parcel's zoning district with Keller before you buy chicks.
On lots smaller than SF-20, only female chickens are allowed, and only on land zoned SF-8.4 or larger. Chickens must be in a secure pen, coop or enclosed yard, and the nuisance rules in Sec. 3-240 apply. Commercial farming stays banned. Texas Agriculture 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
12 hens (SF-8.4 zoning or larger)
Roosters
Only hens on lots smaller than SF-20
Permit
No
Coop placement
Pen or coop 5 ft from any property line
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Keller rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
Will your coop fit in Keller?
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Backyard chicken questions in Keller
How many chickens can I have in Keller?
The hen limit in Keller: 12 hens (SF-8.4 zoning or larger).
Are roosters allowed in Keller?
The rooster rule in Keller: only hens on lots smaller than SF-20.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Keller?
No. Keller does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Keller?
Where the coop can go in Keller: pen or coop 5 ft from any property line.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Keller 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 Keller before you build.
