Can you keep chickens in Borough of Woodbury Heights, NJ?
No. Woodbury Heights makes it unlawful to keep any fowl in the borough.
The rules at a glance
| Chickens allowed | No |
| Hens | Not permitted |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit | Not available (chickens are banned) |
| Coop setback | Not applicable |
| Lot size | Not specified |
| Ducks | Not allowed (same rule as chickens) |
Good to know
- § 51-2A bans keeping fowl, horses, cows, cattle, steer, swine, bees and wild animals.
- The chapter defines 'animal' to include any fowl.
- The zoning chapter (Ch. 70) and nuisance chapter (Ch. 77) say nothing more about poultry.
- The only pending new law (Ord. 11-2026) covers pet waste and Glen Lake rules, not fowl.
What about ducks?
No. Woodbury Heights makes it unlawful to keep any fowl in the borough, which includes ducks.
§ 51-2A: "It shall be unlawful to keep within the borough any fowl, horses, cows, cattle, steer, swine, bees or wild animals" Duck coops we build.
Source: Borough of Woodbury Heights Code (eCode360), § 51-2, Restrictions (view the ordinance)
Verified 2026-09. Ordinances change and zoning can differ by district; always confirm the current rules with the Borough of Woodbury Heights clerk or zoning office before you build.
We build across Gloucester County
Borough of Woodbury Heights doesn't allow backyard chickens today, but ordinances change, and we build custom sheds and animal structures on-site throughout Gloucester County and all of New Jersey. If a coop is in your plans, we can help you sort out where it's allowed nearby.
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