Exotic Pets: Brick vs Holiday City-Berkeley
How do exotic pets rules compare between Brick, NJ and Holiday City-Berkeley, NJ?
Brick and Holiday City-Berkeley have similar restriction levels.
Brick, NJ
Ocean County
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.
View full Brick rules →Holiday City-Berkeley, NJ
Ocean County
Exotic animal ownership in New Jersey is regulated by the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife under N.J.A.C. 7:25-4 (Exotic and Nongame Species). The state maintains a list of potentially dangerous species that require permits. Ocean County does not have additional countywide exotic pet regulations. Municipal ordinances may further restrict exotic animals in residential zones. NJ prohibits ownership of certain species entirely, including most primates and large cats, without a NJDFW permit.
View full Holiday City-Berkeley rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Brick | Holiday City-Berkeley |
|---|---|---|
| Class I Animals | Prohibited entirely | - |
| Class II/III Housing | 100 ft from property lines, 5+ acres | - |
| Class IV Limit | 4 per property | - |
| State Permit | NJDEP N.J.A.C. 7:25-4.1 | - |
| State Law | - | N.J.A.C. 7:25-4 — Exotic and Nongame Species permit system |
| Prohibited Without Permit | - | Most primates, large cats, venomous reptiles, bears |
| County Rule | - | None — state and municipal rules govern |
| Enforcement | - | NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife, local animal control |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Brick FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Brick?
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.
What exotic animals are prohibited in Brick?
Class I Animals: Prohibited entirely. Class II/III Housing: 100 ft from property lines, 5+ acres. Class IV Limit: 4 per property. State Permit: NJDEP N.J.A.C. 7:25-4.1.
Holiday City-Berkeley FAQ
Can I own an exotic pet in Ocean County?
Exotic animal ownership in New Jersey is regulated by the NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife under N.J.A.C. 7:25-4 (Exotic and Nongame Species). The state maintains a list of potentially dangerous species that require permits. Ocean County does not have additional countywide exotic pet regulations....
What exotic animals are prohibited in Ocean County?
State Law: N.J.A.C. 7:25-4 — Exotic and Nongame Species permit system. Prohibited Without Permit: Most primates, large cats, venomous reptiles, bears. County Rule: None — state and municipal rules govern. Enforcement: NJ Division of Fish & Wildlife, local animal control.
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