Animal Ordinances in Somerville, NJ (2026)

1 verified animal ordinances for Somerville, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Chickens & Livestock

The Borough of Somerville restricts the keeping of swine, goats, cattle, rabbits, guinea pigs, pigeons, chickens, ducks, geese and other fowl under Chapter 178 (Animals and Fowl) of the Borough Code, adopted by the Board of Health in 1978. No such animals may be kept in any cellar or dwelling house, and any permitted outdoor keeping must use a confined coop with an enclosed runway maintained in clean, sanitary condition.

Somerville, NJ Chickens & Livestock Rules

Heavy Restrictions

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