Irving, TX Animal Ordinances: Beekeeping (2026)
Key Facts
- Permitted
- Yes, subject to state apiary law
- HOA Protection
- TX Property Code § 202.007 (1/4 acre min)
- State Registration
- Required with TX Apiary Inspection Service
- City Permit
- None required beyond state compliance
- Nuisance
- Must not create public nuisance
Summary
Texas Property Code § 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning beekeeping that complies with TX Apiary Inspection Act. Irving allows beekeeping subject to nuisance provisions in Ch. 6.
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
Beekeeping in Irving is permitted subject to the general animal nuisance provisions of Chapter 6 and the Texas Apiary Inspection Act (Texas Agriculture Code Chapter 131). Texas Property Code § 202.007 prohibits HOAs from banning beekeeping on properties of at least 1/4 acre if the beekeeper follows the state apiary standards. Beekeepers must register with the Texas Apiary Inspection Service. Hives must be placed to minimize contact with the public and neighbors, with adequate water sources to prevent bees from seeking water on neighboring properties. The colony must not create a public nuisance. Irving does not require a separate city beekeeping permit beyond compliance with state law.
Violations & Fines
Bee colonies creating a nuisance may be cited under Ch. 6. State apiary violations enforced by TX Dept. of Agriculture.
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