Can you keep chickens in Township of South Harrison, NJ?
Only on larger lots. South Harrison has no backyard-hen rule; keeping fowl falls under farm and agricultural uses, which need a lot of at least 5 acres.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | Not specified |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Fowl shelters 300 ft from neighboring homes unless the land is farmland-assessed |
| Lot size | Min. 5 acres |
Good to know
- § 90-5.23F sets the 5-acre minimum for farm and agricultural uses in every zone that allows them (AR, ARI, NC-1, PO/R, LI).
- The code defines 'residential agriculture' (farm animals kept for the residents' enjoyment) but no zone lists it as a use.
- Chapter 38 counts fowl as livestock: livestock must be fenced and may not run at large.
- Read: Ch. 38 Animals, Ch. 154 Public Health Nuisances, Ch. 90 Land Use (definitions, prohibited uses, all district use lists).
Source: Township of South Harrison Code (eCode360), § 90-5.23F, Farm and agricultural uses (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Township of South Harrison clerk or zoning office before you build.
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