Can I keep chickens in Grand Prairie, TX?
Yes, with conditions — Grand Prairie allows chickens only in certain zones or lot configurations. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 150 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Grand Prairie Code ch. 5, Art. III, Sec. 5-26, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Conditional (zone / lot rules) |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 150 ft |
| Coop rules | Coop/pen no part within 150 ft of any residence, business, office, grocery, restaurant, school, hospital or nursing home other than the owner's own; minimum 20 sq ft of enclosure per fowl. |
| Code section | Grand Prairie Code ch. 5, Art. III, Sec. 5-26 |
Grand Prairie has no numeric hen cap, but the 150-ft setback from any neighboring residence or business (the owner's own is exempt) effectively bars chickens on typical suburban lots. Where the setback is met, density is limited to 20 sq ft of enclosure per bird. Roosters are prohibited citywide. Verified against current code (June 2026).
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Grand Prairie?
Yes, with conditions — Grand Prairie allows chickens only in certain zones or situations (Grand Prairie Code ch. 5, Art. III, Sec. 5-26).
How many chickens can I keep in Grand Prairie?
It depends on your lot. No fixed cap; coop must be 150 ft from any residence/business other than the owner's, with 20 sq ft of enclosure per fowl.. Rules vary by zoning district — check the full summary for your zone.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Grand Prairie?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Grand Prairie.
Are roosters allowed in Grand Prairie?
No — roosters are prohibited in Grand Prairie.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Grand Prairie?
150 feet minimum. Coop/pen no part within 150 ft of any residence, business, office, grocery, restaurant, school, hospital or nursing home other than the owner's own; minimum 20 sq ft of enclosure per fowl.
What law covers backyard chickens in Grand Prairie?
Grand Prairie Code ch. 5, Art. III, Sec. 5-26. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Grand Prairie Code ch. 5, Art. III, Sec. 5-26 — read the official code
“if any part of such enclosure or structure is within one hundred fifty (150) feet of any residence, business or commercial establishment or office, (other than the owners), grocery stores, restaurants, schools, hospitals and nursing homes.” source
Last verified June 12, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code.
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