Haltom City prohibits cattle, horses, swine, goats, and sheep in standard residential zones under Chapter 14. Livestock is permitted only on agriculturally zoned land of minimum size, which is rare inside city limits.
Under the Haltom City Code of Ordinances Chapter 14, standard residential districts (SF-1, SF-2, SF-3, duplex, multifamily) do not allow large livestock such as cattle, horses, swine, sheep, or goats. Keeping these animals is limited to agriculturally zoned parcels with minimum acreage requirements, typically several acres, which are uncommon inside Haltom City proper. Miniature or pygmy goats marketed as residential pets are generally treated as livestock under the ordinance rather than household pets. Backyard chickens (hens) are the primary exception and are regulated separately with setback and flock-size limits. Swine are broadly prohibited in city residential zones. TX Agriculture Code Chapter 142 governs the movement and identification of livestock statewide through the Texas Animal Health Commission. Contact Haltom City Planning at (817) 222-7700 to verify whether a given parcel's zoning allows livestock before acquiring animals, as non-conforming use can result in forced removal.
Class C misdemeanor under Chapter 14; fine up to 500 dollars per day. Chronic violations can result in code enforcement orders requiring removal of the livestock.
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