Lomita · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Lomita?
In Lomita, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a conditional use permit (planning commission) in 1 (CC) and not allowed in 3 (Lomita use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: CC
- Not allowed: DC, NC and RC
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Lomita 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
Lomita's code calls this use “Pet boarding and 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CC | Needs a conditional use permit (planning commission) | Article 41 — Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Pet grooming is separate (P in all four); M-C permits 'Pet grooming, excluding boarding'.
- Not covered here: Residential zones: the Article 30 residential land use table is not in the packet (only the unlisted-use section S5); Zone names for DC, NC, CC, RC are not spelled out in the packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Lomita
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the CC zone in Lomita?
Only with a conditional use permit (planning commission). Lomita's use table lists it that way in CC (Article 41 — Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the DC zone in Lomita?
No. Lomita's use table does not allow it in DC (Article 41 — Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses).
General information, not legal advice.
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