No county livestock restrictions. Texas counties cannot zone or restrict agricultural activity. TX Agriculture Code and TX Animal Health Commission govern livestock health, disease, and movement. HOA/deed restrictions may prohibit livestock.
Livestock keeping in unincorporated Dallas County is unregulated at the county level. Texas counties lack zoning authority and cannot restrict agricultural uses including cattle, horses, goats, sheep, and swine on private property. The Texas Agriculture Code governs livestock health, brand registration, and disease reporting. The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) regulates livestock movement, disease testing, and quarantine. TCEQ regulations apply to concentrated animal feeding operations (CAFOs) that may affect water quality. Dallas County DUAS oversees outdoor business licensing for commercial operations like hog pens and slaughterhouses but does not restrict personal livestock keeping. HOA covenants may prohibit livestock in planned subdivisions.
No county livestock violations. TAHC for disease violations. TCEQ for CAFO water quality violations.
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