Can you keep chickens in Township of Maurice River, NJ?
Only on larger lots. The property has to be in a residential or agricultural zoning district and at least one acre, and you may keep up to 12 barnyard fowl with no housing or manure within 100 feet of a street or property line.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | Up to 12 birds |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Housing and manure at least 100 feet from any adjacent street or property line; fencing at least 10 feet from property lines and 50 feet from the nearest other dwelling |
| Lot size | Min. 1 acre |
| Rule adopted | Dec 2022 |
Good to know
- Class III animals are any feathered vertebrate, including chickens, hens, geese, ducks and turkeys.
- Birds must be kept in a pen, corral or other suitable enclosure with appropriate animal housing.
- If you also keep horses or other livestock, each class needs its own acreage, added together.
- The section does not apply to a commercial farm operation.
Source: Township of Maurice River Code (eCode360), § 35-9.8B.2, Keeping of animals and livestock, kennels and land use activities involving animals (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Township of Maurice River clerk or zoning office before you build.
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