Converse, TX Right to Farm: Agricultural Zoning Protection (2026)
Key Facts
- Agricultural zoning district
- None exists in Converse
- Permit required
- Special use permit, council-approved
- FFA/4-H exemption
- Yes, exempted
- Permit expiration
- 90 days of discontinued use
- Council termination
- Without cause, 90 days notice
Summary
Converse has no land zoned for agriculture: every agricultural use needs a city-council-approved special use permit.
The city has no land zoned for agriculture. All land is planned for use in one of three categories: residential, business, or industrial. However, it is recognized that some of the undeveloped land could be productive in an agricultural role while waiting for its ultimate platting and development. The challenge is to protect health and welfare of the developed areas from the odors and potential health problems of nearby agricultural activity. In due consideration of the growth of the city, it is impossible to predict the areas that will remain compatible with agricultural operations and the areas that will develop use conflicts. Therefore, each and every use of land for raising livestock or fowl within the city limits shall require a special use permit, properly considered by the planning and zoning commission and approved by the city council unless the livestock or fowl are part of a Future Farmers of America or 4-H project.
Full Breakdown
City code Sec. 6-76 states Converse has no agricultural zoning district; all land falls under residential, business, or industrial categories. Any use of land for raising livestock or fowl requires a special use permit from the planning and zoning commission and city council, unless the animals are part of an FFA or 4-H project. Permits are tied to a specific livestock type, expire after 90 days of discontinued use, and can be revoked without cause on a council majority vote with 90 days' notice. Agricultural uses already operating when the ordinance was adopted may continue without a permit but lose that grandfather status the same way.
Violations & Fines
Operating an unpermitted agricultural use is enforced through the special-use-permit process rather than a flat fine; the permit can be denied, terminated by council vote (90 days' notice), or automatically lapse after 90 days of non-use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I raise livestock on undeveloped land in Converse without a permit?
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Sources & Official References
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