Universal City permits a limited number of backyard hens on larger residential lots but prohibits roosters and most livestock in standard residential zoning.
Universal City Code Chapter 6 (Animals) and the zoning ordinance restrict the keeping of fowl and livestock in residential districts. Typical allowances include up to 4-6 hens on lots meeting minimum size thresholds (often 10,000 square feet) with coops set back at least 25 feet from neighboring residences. Roosters are generally prohibited due to noise concerns, particularly given the density of housing near Randolph AFB. Cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and pigs are not permitted in standard residential zones and are limited to agricultural or larger-acreage tracts outside city limits. TX Agriculture Code 131 covers apiculture separately. Violations are handled by Animal Control as Class C citations up to 500 dollars per animal per day with abatement orders.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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