Coop Ready Texas Leander
Hens allowed
Yes. Leander allows backyard hens on a typical single-family home lot.
Fowl must be kept in a coop or hutch, and a fenced yard does not count. Roosters on 3 acres or more must be cooped 200 ft from others' homes. Texas Ag 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
10 chickens or other fowl
Roosters
Banned on lots under 3 acres; 200 ft rule otherwise
Permit
No
Coop placement
Coop at least 50 ft from any home except the owner's
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official Leander rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in Leander
How many chickens can I have in Leander?
The hen limit in Leander: 10 chickens or other fowl.
Are roosters allowed in Leander?
No. Leander bans roosters (on lots under 3 acres; 200 ft rule otherwise).
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Leander?
No. Leander does not require a permit for a typical backyard flock.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Leander?
Where the coop can go in Leander: coop at least 50 ft from any home except the owner's.
Can my HOA ban chickens if Leander 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 Leander before you build.
