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 |
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.
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.
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