Frisco, TX Animal Ordinances: Beekeeping (2026)
Key Facts
- Min Lot
- 10,000 sq ft
- Max Hives
- 2 on standard lot
- Setback
- 25 feet
- Flyway
- 6 ft barrier under 25 ft
- TAIS
- Required at 6+ colonies
Summary
Beekeeping is permitted on residential lots over half an acre in Frisco with hive setbacks from property lines. Beekeepers with 5 or fewer colonies are exempt from Texas Apiary Inspection Service registration.
BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION. (a) Each beekeeper in this state may register on an annual basis with the chief apiary inspector. A registration under this section expires August 31 following the date the registration is issued. (b) A registration must include: (1) information required by the chief apiary inspector; and (2) the county or counties in which the beekeeper operates. (c) The inspector may require a beekeeper to submit with the registration information a map showing the exact location of each of the beekeeper's apiaries.
Full Breakdown
Frisco zoning allows up to 2 hives on residential lots of 10,000 square feet or larger, with 25-foot setback from property lines and flyway barriers 6 feet tall when within 25 feet. Larger lots may keep additional hives. Texas Apiary Inspection Service (TAIS) registration required for 6 or more colonies under Ag Code Ch. 131.
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