Can you keep chickens in Borough of Netcong, NJ?
Only on lots of 1 acre or more. Fowl are allowed as an accessory use in residential zones, with 1 acre for the first 20 birds.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | Up to 20 on 1 acre; 20 more per added acre |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Not specified |
| Lot size | Min. 1 acre (3 acres if other farm animals are also kept) |
Good to know
- Allowed in residential zones only, as an accessory use.
- The code has no coop, confinement or rooster rules; searches for chickens, poultry, fowl and rooster found only this zoning section.
Source: Borough of Netcong Code (eCode360), § 194-55K, Provisions applicable to all zones (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Netcong clerk or zoning office before you build.
Chicken rules in nearby Morris County towns
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