Deer Park restricts livestock and poultry in residential areas. Chickens and other fowl may be kept only on properties meeting minimum lot size requirements and with adequate setbacks from neighboring dwellings. Roosters are generally prohibited in residential subdivisions.
The City of Deer Park regulates the keeping of chickens, poultry, and livestock on residential property through the animal control and zoning ordinances. Livestock including horses, cattle, goats, sheep, and swine are prohibited in standard residential zoning districts and are only permitted on properties zoned for agricultural use or with sufficient acreage. Chickens and other domestic fowl may be permitted on residential lots meeting minimum size requirements, subject to setback and enclosure standards. Roosters are generally prohibited in residential subdivisions due to noise concerns. All poultry must be kept in a secure, sanitary enclosure that prevents escape and is set back an adequate distance from neighboring dwellings. Enclosures must be maintained to prevent odor, pest attraction, and nuisance conditions. The number of chickens permitted is limited based on lot size. Slaughtering of animals on residential property is prohibited. Contact Community Development at (281) 478-7243 for specific requirements regarding chickens and livestock in your zoning district.
Keeping prohibited livestock or poultry without meeting requirements results in code violations with a compliance deadline to remove the animals. Fines up to $2,000 per offense may apply. Animal control may impound animals if violations create a nuisance.
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