Can you keep chickens in Borough of Glen Rock, NJ?
No. Glen Rock's animal code bans keeping chickens, ducks, geese or any other fowl anywhere in the borough.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | No |
| Hens | Not permitted |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit | Not available |
| Coop setback | Not applicable |
| Lot size | Not applicable |
Good to know
- Chapter 74, Article III bans chickens, ducks, geese and other fowl, along with farm animals like goats, pigs and horses.
- The only exceptions are dogs, cats, parrots and songbirds, small mammals, and short-term school waivers for animals under 25 pounds.
- Penalty is $50 to $2,000, up to 90 days in jail or community service, and each day counts as a separate offense.
- No pending new law changes this rule as of the code's New Laws list (checked 2026-09).
Source: Borough of Glen Rock Code (eCode360), § 74-21, Prohibited animals and fowl (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Glen Rock clerk or zoning office before you build.
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Borough of Glen Rockdoesn't allow backyard chickens today, but ordinances change, and we build custom sheds and animal structures on-site throughout BergenCounty 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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