diff --git a/setup.cfg b/setup.cfg
index b62f31f78..ec8042d63 100644
--- a/setup.cfg
+++ b/setup.cfg
@@ -23,10 +23,6 @@ classifier =
 packages =
     keystoneclient
 
-[global]
-setup-hooks =
-    pbr.hooks.setup_hook
-
 [entry_points]
 console_scripts =
     keystone = keystoneclient.shell:main