Can you keep chickens in Borough of Medford Lakes, NJ?
No. Medford Lakes bans keeping Class II animals, which include chickens and all other barnyard fowl.
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 specified |
| Rule adopted | Jan 2019 |
Good to know
- § 70-1 defines Class II animals to include chickens, turkeys, ducks, hens, cocks, pheasants and pigeons.
- The only exception is animals kept in a pet shop or store.
- Zoning § 145-41 also bars accessory buildings from being used to raise or house poultry.
Source: Borough of Medford Lakes Code (eCode360), § 70-2, Class I and II animals prohibited (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Medford Lakes clerk or zoning office before you build.
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