The bill H.B. No. 2013 amends Section 202.007(a) of the Property Code to clarify the authority of property owners' associations regarding the keeping of chickens. Specifically, it prohibits these associations from enforcing provisions in dedicatory instruments that restrict property owners from keeping chickens on their property, provided that a municipal ordinance allows for such practices. This addition aims to promote the rights of property owners to engage in activities like keeping chickens, which can be beneficial for sustainable living and local food production.

In addition to the new provision regarding chickens, the bill also maintains existing allowances for property owners to implement various environmentally friendly practices, such as composting, installing rainwater harvesting systems, and using drought-resistant landscaping. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing time for property owners' associations to adjust to the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Property Code 202.007 (Property Code 202)