La Puente · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in La Puente?
In La Puente, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a conditional use permit in 2 (C-2 and CM) and not allowed in 1 (La Puente use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: C-2 and CM
- Not allowed: C-1
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the La Puente 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
La Puente'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 |
|---|---|---|
| C-2 General Commercial | Needs a conditional use permit | Article 2 — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS |
| CM Commercial-Manufacturing | Needs a conditional use permit | Article 2 — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS |
Zones where it is not allowed
C-1.
What else applies
- 'Animal Hospitals/Clinics' (CM MUP) and 'Veterinary Services' (C-2 MUP) are separate rows, not used.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in La Puente
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-2 zone in La Puente?
Only with a conditional use permit. La Puente's use table lists it that way in C-2 (General Commercial) (Article 2 — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-1 zone in La Puente?
No. La Puente's use table does not allow it in C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) (Article 2 — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS).
General information, not legal advice.
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