Buellton · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Buellton?
In Buellton, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a development plan (zoning clearance only for reuse of an existing building with no change in appearance) in 2 (CR and CS) and not allowed in 2 (Buellton use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: CR and CS
- Not allowed: CN and M
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Buellton 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
Buellton's code calls this use “Kennels and animal boarding”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CR General commercial | Needs a development plan (zoning clearance only for reuse of an existing building with no change in appearance) | § 19.02.210 |
| CS Service commercial | Needs a development plan (zoning clearance only for reuse of an existing building with no change in appearance) | § 19.02.210 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Medical services - Veterinary clinics and hospitals is a separate row. Kennels and animal boarding may not be part of a mixed-use project with a residential component (19.18.016).
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Buellton
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the CR zone in Buellton?
Only with a development plan (zoning clearance only for reuse of an existing building with no change in appearance). Buellton's use table lists it that way in CR (General commercial) (§ 19.02.210).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the CN zone in Buellton?
No. Buellton's use table does not allow it in CN (Neighborhood commercial) (§ 19.02.210).
General information, not legal advice.
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