Wildlife Management
Summary
Feral hogs are roaming the Irving-Coppell border, tearing up yards and causing a mess. You should lock up your trash and stay alert, as the city is considering official intervention to handle the infestation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
None expected as the proposal was not adopted.
Residents who prefer the current prohibition on livestock to maintain neighborhood aesthetics and noise control.
Residents who were interested in keeping backyard chickens.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council — January 13, 2026
The city considered allowing residents to keep chickens, but legal experts warned that state law would strip the city of its power to set rules for coops or noise. The council decided to keep the current ban in place to avoid losing control over neighborhood standards.
Up to 13 feral hogs sighted again in neighborhood tucked along Irving and Coppell
Up to 13 feral hogs sighted again in neighborhood tucked along Irving and Coppell WFAA
City of Coppell, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department work to revitalize beloved Moore Road Park pond
City of Coppell, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department work to revitalize beloved Moore Road Park pond Star Local Media
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