Can you keep chickens in Washington Township (Burlington), NJ?
Unclear. Washington Township's code does not mention backyard chickens; its village residential zone allows farming, and the code defines a farm as at least 5 acres.
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 117, Animals, covers only dogs and pet shop sales; Chapter 495 regulates swine.
- The Board of Health chapter and the public health nuisance chapter do not mention poultry.
- In the PV-R village residential zone, land may be used only for listed purposes, which include farming and agricultural operations. The listed accessory uses include private stables but not coops.
- The code defines agriculture to include raising livestock and poultry, and a farm as at least 5 acres.
Source: Township of Washington Code, Burlington County (eCode360), § 275-12, Uses (Pinelands Village-Residential Zone); § 275-6, Definitions (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Washington Township (Burlington) clerk or zoning office before you build.
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