Live Oak, TX Chicken Laws: Hens, Roosters, Permits and Coop Rules

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Not on typical home lots

The animal code bans poultry in the city, though the zoning table conflicts; ask the city before getting hens.

Poultry is listed as livestock under 'prohibited animal', and possessing any prohibited animal is unlawful. The zoning use table lists 'agricultural animal husbandry' as permitted in R-1 to R-3 and R-6, which conflicts with the ban. Texas Ag Code 251.0055 (HB 1750, 2023) may limit city rules on agricultural operations; it is untested for backyard hens.

Hen limit

Not allowed

Roosters

Banned

Permit

No

Coop placement

Not applicable

Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.

Read the official Live Oak rules ↗ Checked October 2026.

Backyard chicken questions in Live Oak

How many chickens can I have in Live Oak?

None on a typical home lot. The rule: not allowed.

Are roosters allowed in Live Oak?

No. Live Oak bans roosters on typical home lots.

Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in Live Oak?

No permit is available for hens on a typical home lot, because they are not allowed there.

How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in Live Oak?

Not applicable, because hens are not allowed on typical home lots.

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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 Live Oak before you build.