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 |
| Ducks | Not allowed (same rule as chickens) |
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.
What about ducks?
No. Medford Lakes bans keeping Class II animals, which include ducks, chickens and all other barnyard fowl.
§ 70-1; § 70-2: "including, but not limited to, chickens, turkeys, ducks, hens, cocks, pheasants, pigeons or any" Duck coops we build.
We build across Burlington County
Borough of Medford Lakes doesn't allow backyard chickens today, but ordinances change, and we build custom sheds and animal structures on-site throughout Burlington County and all of New Jersey. If a coop is in your plans, we can help you sort out where it's allowed nearby.
Chicken rules in nearby Burlington County towns
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