Brick Township prohibits all Class I animals. Class II, III, and V animals require sheltered buildings and fully enclosed corrals. Class II and III animal housing must be at least 100 feet from property lines on parcels of 5+ acres. NJ state permits required for most exotics.
Under Chapter 104, no Class I animal may be kept in Brick Township. Class II and III animals require a building for shelter and a fully enclosed corral or coop, with housing located at least 100 feet from adjacent property lines on parcels of at least 5 acres. Class IV animals are limited to no more than 4 per property unless contained in an approved enclosure. The Township Animal Control Officer approves enclosure adequacy. At the state level, NJDEP permits under N.J.A.C. 7:25-4.1 are required for most exotic species.
Keeping Class I animals is a violation. Failure to meet housing requirements carries penalties up to $2,000.
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