Richmond residents may keep chickens and limited livestock if animals are properly enclosed, kept sanitary, and do not become a public nuisance under Chapter 6 of the city code.
Richmond, a historic Fort Bend County seat with a mix of older neighborhoods near downtown and newer subdivisions toward FM 359 and Pecan Grove, allows backyard fowl such as chickens consistent with Texas Local Government Code limits (cities cannot ban keeping six or fewer chickens). Under Richmond's Chapter 6 animal code and Chapter 22 nuisance provisions, chickens and other fowl must be kept in a properly constructed coop or enclosure, kept clean enough to avoid odor and fly attraction, and may not be allowed to run loose. Roosters and larger livestock such as horses, cattle, goats, or hogs are typically restricted to properties with adequate acreage and may be limited or prohibited within residential zoning districts. HOA covenants in Pecan Grove, Veranda, and similar subdivisions often impose stricter rules than the city.
Animal control or code enforcement may issue notices and citations for nuisance conditions, unenclosed fowl, or prohibited livestock; municipal court fines apply per offense.
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