Can I keep chickens in Plano, TX?
Yes — Plano allows backyard chickens, up to 10 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Plano Code Sec. 4-185; Secs. 4-29, 4-81, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 10 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($15) |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Coop rules | Secure housing behind a 6-ft fence; 10+ inches roosting space per hen; 1 nesting box per 4 hens; enclosures with under 5 animals 20 ft from adjacent buildings, 5+ animals 50 ft. |
| Code section | Plano Code Sec. 4-185; Secs. 4-29, 4-81 |
Plano allows backyard hens for single-dwelling properties with an annual $15 permit requiring coop plans, a site drawing, and an education course. Roosters and all other fowl are prohibited. No hen-specific cap, but properties max out at 10 adult animals total (hens, dogs, and cats combined).
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Plano?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Plano (Plano Code Sec. 4-185; Secs. 4-29, 4-81).
How many chickens can I keep in Plano?
Up to 10 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Plano?
Yes — Plano requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $15).
Are roosters allowed in Plano?
No — roosters are prohibited in Plano.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Plano?
20 feet minimum. Secure housing behind a 6-ft fence; 10+ inches roosting space per hen; 1 nesting box per 4 hens; enclosures with under 5 animals 20 ft from adjacent buildings, 5+ animals 50 ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Plano?
Plano Code Sec. 4-185; Secs. 4-29, 4-81. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Plano Code Sec. 4-185; Secs. 4-29, 4-81 — read the official code
“shall harbor no more than ten (10) adult animals, no more than four (4) of which may be intact dogs and cats” source
“A person desiring to keep poultry pursuant to this section must first apply for a backyard hen permit from the department.” source
Last verified June 12, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code.
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