Coop Ready Texas North Richland Hills
Allowed with a permit
Yes, with a permit. North Richland Hills allows backyard hens, but you need a permit first.
Single-family zoned lots only, with chickens in the rear yard. The permit needs a site drawing and proof of a care course. At 50 ft or more from neighbors' homes, lots of 8,400 sq ft to half an acre get 10 hens, half to three-quarters of an acre get 15, and larger lots 18. Texas Agriculture Code 251.0055 (HB 1750, 2023) may limit city rules on agricultural operations; it is untested for backyard hens.
Hen limit
6 at 30 to 50 ft from neighbors' homes; up to 18 farther out on bigger lots
Roosters
Banned
Permit
Yes: an annual permit and a chicken care course
Coop placement
Coop 30 ft from neighbors' homes and 3 ft from property lines
Checked against city code We read the official code section linked below for every fact on this page.
Read the official North Richland Hills rules ↗ Checked October 2026.
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Backyard chicken questions in North Richland Hills
How many chickens can I have in North Richland Hills?
The hen limit in North Richland Hills: 6 at 30 to 50 ft from neighbors' homes; up to 18 farther out on bigger lots.
Are roosters allowed in North Richland Hills?
No. North Richland Hills bans roosters on typical home lots.
Do I need a permit for backyard chickens in North Richland Hills?
Yes. You need an annual permit and a chicken care course.
How far does a chicken coop have to be from my neighbor in North Richland Hills?
Where the coop can go in North Richland Hills: coop 30 ft from neighbors' homes and 3 ft from property lines.
Can my HOA ban chickens if North Richland Hills allows them?
Yes. HOA rules, deed restrictions and leases can be stricter than city code. Read yours before you build.
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