Livestock and poultry in Willis residential zones are regulated by Chapter 155 (Zoning Code). Residential zones typically restrict livestock. Contact Planning & Zoning at 936-856-4611 for zone-specific rules.
Willis Zoning Code Chapter 155 governs what uses are permitted in each zone. Livestock and poultry are typically restricted to agricultural zones and are not permitted in standard residential zones. Willis is a growing suburban community where residential lots are too small for most livestock. Animals kept in violation of zoning or that create nuisances under §92.21 may be cited. Contact Planning & Zoning at 936-856-4611 to determine what animals are permitted in your specific residential zone.
Zoning violations for keeping prohibited animals in residential zones. §92.21 nuisance citations.
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Willis §92.21 specifically prohibits keeping any animal or bird that makes frequent or long-continued sounds unreasonably disturbing neighbors. Animal contro...
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Willis Code §92.21 prohibits sound nuisances that unreasonably annoy, disturb, injure, or endanger the peace, comfort, repose, health, or safety of a reasona...
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Willis has no specific leaf blower ordinance. Leaf blower use is subject to §92.21 general nuisance provisions. No ban on gas-powered equipment.
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Willis §92.21 prohibits the use of drums, loudspeakers, and amplifiers to attract attention by creating noise without a city secretary permit. Residential am...
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Driveway construction in Willis requires building permits under Chapter 150 (Building Codes). Zoning Code (Chapter 155) sets off-street parking requirements....
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RV and boat parking in Willis is subject to zoning ordinance (Chapter 155) requirements and Texas Transportation Code. Residential zones may restrict long-te...
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