Can you keep chickens in Borough of Penns Grove, NJ?
No. Penns Grove prohibits keeping chickens anywhere in the borough.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | No |
| Hens | Not permitted |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit | Not available (chickens are banned) |
| Coop setback | Not specified |
| Lot size | Not specified |
Good to know
- The one sentence ban covers pigs, hogs and chickens.
- Violations carry the general penalty in § 1-2 of the borough code.
- No other chapter of the code sets rules for keeping poultry.
Source: Borough of Penns Grove Code (eCode360), § 181-9, Prohibited acts (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Penns Grove clerk or zoning office before you build.
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