NJ chicken rules · Passaic County
Can you keep chickens in Borough of Pompton Lakes, NJ?
Pompton Lakes allows poultry on a lot of at least 50 by 100 feet, with no more than 10 birds (only one may be male), kept penned at least 50 feet from any dwelling or business.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | Up to 10 poultry total, of which only one may be male |
| Roosters | One male bird permitted (within the 10-bird cap) |
| Permit | None named (the coop must meet zoning accessory-structure rules) |
| Coop setback | No pen or coop within 50 ft of any dwelling or business building |
| Lot size | Minimum lot of 50 ft by 100 ft to keep poultry |
Good to know
- Free-ranging is prohibited; birds must be fenced or penned.
- Coop size and placement must comply with the zoning chapter.
- Separate subsections cover rabbits and larger animals.
Source: Borough of Pompton Lakes Code, Ch. 10 Animal Control (eCode360), § 10-13.5 — view the ordinance
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district — always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Pompton Lakes clerk or zoning office before you build.
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