Cedar Hill allows hens in residential zones with setback rules under Code of Ordinances Ch. 14 (Animals). Roosters are prohibited and coops must be kept clean to avoid nuisance violations.
Cedar Hill regulates fowl through Chapter 14 of the Code of Ordinances. Hens are typically permitted on single-family lots, but roosters are banned because of noise nuisance. Coops, runs, and feed storage must be kept a minimum distance from neighboring dwellings (commonly 50 feet) and maintained in sanitary condition. Slaughtering on residential property is prohibited. Texas Agriculture Code Chapter 131 separately governs beekeeping registration with the state apiary inspector. Code Enforcement (972-291-5130) responds to odor, noise, and rodent complaints. Violators may be cited and fined per occurrence under Cedar Hill municipal court.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Cedar Hill code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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