Can you keep chickens in Borough of Sea Bright, NJ?
Unclear. Sea Bright's code has no rule on keeping chickens, but its zoning law says any use not listed in the zone schedules is prohibited, and backyard poultry is not listed.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Unclear |
| Hens | Not specified |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Not specified |
| Lot size | Not specified |
Good to know
- Chapter 61, Animals, covers dogs, cats, pet waste, wildlife feeding and feral cats only; it sets no rule for keeping poultry.
- Chapter 146 (Nuisances), Chapter 167 (Sanitary Standards) and Chapter 161 (Property Maintenance) say nothing about chickens.
- Land Use § 130-38 G declares any use not listed in the zone schedules a prohibited use; accessory uses must be customarily associated with the main use of the lot.
- No adopted ordinance waiting to be added to the code changes this.
Source: Borough of Sea Bright Code (eCode360), § 130-38 G, Prohibited uses (Chapter 61, Animals, has no poultry rule) (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Sea Bright clerk or zoning office before you build.
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