CPC 2017-4075-CA, ENV 2017-4076-EAF AT CITY PLANNING COMMISSION 04/12/2018
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- Staff Report for City Planning Commission (April 12, 2018)
- Public Notice (December 7, 2017)
- Draft Ordinance (December 7, 2017)
- Questions and Answers (December 7, 2017)
- Motion CF 11-0754-S2 (June 6, 2015)
What is the purpose of this Code amendment? The purpose of the Code amendment is to facilitate the adoption of stray or neglected animals and lower the euthanasia rate in the City’s animal shelters. Why is this Code amendment needed? Currently, the Zoning Code defines a Kennel as “any lot or premises on which four (4) or more dogs, at least four (4) months of age, are kept”, which could apply to Pet Shops or animal adoption facilities housing more than three adult animals in need of a permanent home. Pet Shops housing fewer adult animals are permitted in the C2 Zone and less restrictive zones, while Kennels are only allowed in industrial zones. If Pet Shops/ animal adoption facilities housing more than three adult animals were able to locate in commercial zones, animals needing permanent homes would have more visibility and an increased chance of adoption.
