Allen allows up to 6 hens on residential lots with coop setbacks of 25 feet from any dwelling. No roosters. Coops must be maintained sanitary and predator-resistant under Chapter 2.
Backyard chicken keeping is permitted on single-family lots, subject to coop placement in the rear yard only. Roosters are prohibited citywide due to noise. Slaughtering on-site is not allowed. HOAs in Allen subdivisions such as Twin Creeks and Starcreek may impose additional restrictions or full bans via deed restriction.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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