Can you keep chickens in Township of Upper Pittsgrove, NJ?
Yes, within limits. In a residential district you may keep up to 12 chickens or other fowl on a lot of at least one acre, with housing and manure kept 100 feet from any street or property line.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | Yes, with conditions |
| Hens | Up to 12 birds |
| Roosters | Not specified |
| Permit | Not specified |
| Coop setback | Housing and manure at least 100 ft from any adjacent street or property line; fencing at least 10 ft from property lines and 50 ft from the nearest dwelling |
| Lot size | Min. 1 acre |
Good to know
- Chickens, geese, ducks, turkeys, hens and pheasants are Class III animals under Section 12.6.
- Birds must be kept in a pen, corral or other suitable enclosure with animal housing provided.
- Pigs are prohibited in all zoning districts.
- The class limits do not apply to a bona fide farm as defined by the ordinance.
Source: Upper Pittsgrove Township Development Regulations Ordinance, § 12.6, Keeping of Animals and Livestock, and Land Use Activities Involving Animals (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Township of Upper Pittsgrove clerk or zoning office before you build.
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