Can you keep chickens in Borough of South Bound Brook, NJ?
Only on larger lots. Any flock needs a lot of at least 1 acre, and more than 25 birds needs 2 acres, with the coop and run at least 100 feet from the doors or windows of any occupied building.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | No stated limit (over 25 birds needs 2 acres) |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | License required only for commercial keeping |
| Coop setback | 100 ft from doors or windows of any occupied building |
| Lot size | Min. 1 acre |
Good to know
- Birds must be kept in a house or coop with an enclosed run and may not fly or run at large.
- Flocks of more than 25 need 2 acres, unless kept at least 300 feet from any other dwelling or occupied building.
- Keeping fowl for commercial purposes needs a license. A separate $100 yearly license in § 5-3.3 covers farm, domestic and wild animals; the code does not say whether it applies to hens.
- Violations carry a penalty of $250 to $1,250 per day.
Source: Borough of South Bound Brook Code (eCode360), § 5-3.1, Chickens, Ducks, Geese and Fowl (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of South Bound Brook clerk or zoning office before you build.
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