Fort Worth may be known as Cowtown, but cows aren’t the only farm animals that might grace your property. Today, we’re here to decode —
or de-cluck, pardon the pun
— the code for keeping chickens in your backyard.
Local regulations
The city code
as a regulated animal and allows them on residential or mixed-use commercial properties within city limits, as long as residents follow certain guidelines. Be sure to check with your local homeowners association for specific guidelines.
No free-range chickens here
— birds must be kept in a fully enclosed coop or pen at least 50 ft away from any regulated structure such as a house, restaurant, or school. Chickens can be kept in a barn or shed as long as it is specifically designed for animals.
People keeping chickens must also follow city guidelines about the cleanliness of the property and
.
The number of chickens you can have is dependent on the size of your property.
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