Beekeeping: Austin vs Denver
How do beekeeping rules compare between Austin, TX and Denver, CO?
Austin has fewer restrictions than Denver.
Austin, TX
Travis County
Austin allows residential beekeeping under City Code Chapter 3-2 with no colony cap, provided hives are set back 10 feet from property lines and behind a 6-foot flyway barrier if within 25 feet of a neighbor. Texas Agriculture Code Chapter 131 regulates registration and disease control.
View full Austin rules →Denver, CO
Denver County
Denver allows beekeeping in certain residential zone districts. Maximum 2 hives per lot under 6,000 sq ft. Hives must be registered with Denver Animal Protection. Outdoor storage of bee equipment is prohibited.
View full Denver rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Austin | Denver |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Max Hives (under 6,000 sq ft lot) | - | 2 hives |
| Registration Required | - | Denver Animal Protection |
| Outdoor Equipment Storage | - | Prohibited |
| Zone Restrictions | - | Allowed in select residential districts |
| Water Source | - | Recommended within 20 feet of hive |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Austin FAQ
Denver FAQ
Can I keep bees in my backyard in Denver?
Denver allows beekeeping in certain residential zone districts. Maximum 2 hives per lot under 6,000 sq ft. Hives must be registered with Denver Animal Protection. Outdoor storage of bee equipment is prohibited.
What are the beekeeping regulations in Denver?
Max Hives (under 6,000 sq ft lot): 2 hives. Registration Required: Denver Animal Protection. Outdoor Equipment Storage: Prohibited. Zone Restrictions: Allowed in select residential districts.
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