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Board notes upheld fowl setbacks; summons issued after homeowner denied coop inspection at 133 Catherine Ave
Summary
The Board affirmed existing setbacks for harboring fowl due to bird-flu concerns. Health staff reported that a homeowner at 133 Catherine Ave denied access to inspect a coop; a summons was issued and an in-person municipal court date set for April 2, 2026.
The Mahwah Board of Health reiterated its decision to uphold current setback rules for harboring fowl amid rising bird-flu cases, the Health Officer said.
Principal REHS Mr. Robe told the Board he attempted to inspect a property at 133 Catherine Ave for fowl but the homeowner denied access to the coop interior. Mr. Robe said a summons has been issued and an in-person municipal court hearing is scheduled for April 2 in Mahwah Municipal Court. The Health Officer commended the Board’s earlier action upholding setbacks as a preventive measure in light of avian influenza concerns.
The minutes do not record the homeowner’s response or whether the owner has applied for any variance; the action recorded is the issuance of a summons and a pending court date.
