Can you keep chickens in Borough of Cape May Point, NJ?
No. Cape May Point's zoning code says no fowl or livestock may be kept anywhere in the borough.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | No |
| Hens | Not permitted |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit | Not available (chickens are banned) |
| Coop setback | Not applicable |
| Lot size | Not applicable |
Good to know
- Zoning § 150-14 bars keeping fowl or livestock in any building, shelter or run, or on any land.
- Dogs, cats and other pets usually kept inside a home are still allowed.
- Separately, § 54-31 says poultry the County Health Department finds to be a hazard must be removed within 24 hours of written notice.
Source: Borough of Cape May Point Code (eCode360), § 150-14, Keeping of animals (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Cape May Point clerk or zoning office before you build.
Chicken rules in nearby Cape May County towns
Compare them side by side in the Cape May County table.
We build across Cape May County
Borough of Cape May Pointdoesn't allow backyard chickens today, but ordinances change, and we build custom sheds and animal structures on-site throughout Cape MayCounty and all of New Jersey. If a coop is in your plans, we can help you sort out where it's allowed nearby.
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