Can you keep chickens in Borough of West Wildwood, NJ?
Unclear. West Wildwood's code does not mention chickens or poultry, though its zoning bans any use it does not expressly allow.
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 138 (Animals) covers dog licenses, kennels, barking and running at large only.
- § 340-5 says all uses not expressly permitted in the land use chapter are prohibited.
- The residential district's accessory uses (§ 340-26) are fences, pools, signs and garages; animal keeping is not listed.
- No new ordinance from 2025 or 2026 on the New Laws list deals with animals.
Source: Borough of West Wildwood Code (eCode360), § 340-5, Prohibited uses; Ch. 138, Animals (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of West Wildwood clerk or zoning office before you build.
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