Missouri City prohibits keeping fowl and livestock within most areas of the city, with limited exceptions for agriculturally zoned tracts that meet defined acreage and setback requirements under Chapter 10.
Under Chapter 10 of the Code of Ordinances, Missouri City restricts keeping livestock and fowl within city limits. Roosters and commercial poultry are not permitted in residential neighborhoods. Hens and small numbers of livestock may only be kept on properties meeting acreage thresholds and minimum setback distances from neighboring dwellings, schools, and public buildings. Owners must keep enclosures clean, control odor, and prevent animals from running at large. Code Enforcement and Animal Services investigate complaints and may abate violations.
Class C misdemeanor citation, daily fines, abatement orders, and required removal of prohibited animals from the property.
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