Arcadia · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Arcadia?
In Arcadia, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a conditional use permit in 2 (M-1 and CM) and not allowed in 6 (Arcadia use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: M-1 and CM
- Not allowed: C-O, C-G, C-R, CBD, MU and DMU
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Arcadia Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where a kennel (dog boarding) can go
Arcadia's code calls this use “Animal Boarding/Kennels”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| M-1 Industrial | Needs a conditional use permit | Division 2 — Zones, Allowable Uses, and Development Standards |
| CM Commercial Manufacturing (C-M) | Needs a conditional use permit | Division 2 — Zones, Allowable Uses, and Development Standards |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Standards for this use: Subsection 9104.02.200 (Kennels; Animal Board and Care).
- Veterinary Services is a separate row (C in C-G, C-R, M-1, CM).
- Not covered here: Overlay zones (D Architectural Design, RF Residential Flex, DMU overlay on C-M parcels); Specific plans. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Arcadia
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the M-1 zone in Arcadia?
Only with a conditional use permit. Arcadia's use table lists it that way in M-1 (Industrial) (Division 2 — Zones, Allowable Uses, and Development Standards).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-O zone in Arcadia?
No. Arcadia's use table does not allow it in C-O (Professional Office) (Division 2 — Zones, Allowable Uses, and Development Standards).
General information, not legal advice.
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