Grapevine, TX Animal Ordinances: Chickens & Livestock (2026)

Grapevine's Animal Control provisions in Chapter 6 of the Code of Ordinances permit backyard hen chickens in single-family residential districts subject to setback, coop, and sanitation standards. Coops must typically be at least 25 feet from any adjacent residence, constructed to prevent rodent harborage, and kept clean to prevent nuisance odors. Roosters are generally prohibited in residential zones due to crowing noise complaints. Hen flock sizes are commonly limited to 6 birds on standard lots without special approval. Large livestock including cattle, horses, sheep, and goats require agricultural zoning or an acreage-based use that is rare within Grapevine city limits but more common in transitional agricultural tracts near FM 2499 and the northern edge of the city. Texas state law HB 1750 (2023) classified backyard chickens as agricultural operations and limited cities' ability to restrict them absent a demonstrated imminent health danger, but does not override setback and nuisance provisions. Violations of the animal provisions are Class C misdemeanors under Chapter 6 with fines up to 500 dollars per day. HOA covenants in many Grapevine neighborhoods prohibit chickens entirely regardless of city rules.