* You need to have a permit from your local municipality. The permit fee is usually around $25.
* You can keep up to 6 hens on your property, but no roosters.
* Your chickens must be kept in a coop that is at least 4 feet by 8 feet. The coop must also be predator-proof and have a proper ventilation system.
* You need to provide your chickens with food and water at all times.
* You need to clean your chickens' coop regularly to prevent the spread of disease.
If you follow these regulations, you can legally keep chickens in New Jersey.
