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.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
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.
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 WFAA
The city is considering whether to allow residents to keep egg-laying hens in their backyards. Staff is currently researching the potential impacts before the Council makes a final decision.
City of Coppell, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department work to revitalize beloved Moore Road Park pond Star Local Media
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