NJ chicken rules · Hunterdon County
Can you keep chickens in Tewksbury Township, NJ?
Yes. Tewksbury doesn't restrict chickens at the animal-code level; poultry is expressly excluded from its 'domestic animal' and 'livestock' definitions. Keeping hens is governed by the zoning/land-use ordinance and Right to Farm, with no dedicated backyard-chicken rule.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
| Hens | No stated limit |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Not specified for poultry |
| Lot size | Not specified for poultry |
Good to know
- The animal code covers only dogs and 'domestic livestock' (cattle, horses, swine, etc.) — poultry is excluded.
- Rural agricultural township; Right to Farm applies.
- Confirm your lot's zoning specifics with the township.
Source: Tewksbury Township Code (Municode), Title 6, Animals (poultry excluded) — view the ordinance
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district — always confirm the current rules with the Tewksbury Township clerk or zoning office before you build.
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