Pacific Grove · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Pacific Grove?
In Pacific Grove, a kennel (dog boarding) is allowed in 5 base zones (C-1, C-FH, C-2, C-V and I, all with a condition) and not allowed in 2 (Pacific Grove use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: C-1, C-FH, C-2, C-V and I
- Not allowed: C-1-T and C-D
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Pacific Grove 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
Pacific Grove's code calls this use “Kennels or pet 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 |
|---|---|---|
| C-1 Light Commercial | Allowed — see note Note **: When not associated with a veterinary clinic. | § 23.31.030 |
| C-FH Forest Hill Commercial | Allowed — see note Note **: When not associated with a veterinary clinic. | § 23.31.030 |
| C-2 Heavy Commercial | Allowed — see note Note **: When not associated with a veterinary clinic. | § 23.31.030 |
| C-V Visitor Commercial | Allowed — see note Note **: When not associated with a veterinary clinic. | § 23.31.030 |
| I Restricted Industrial | Allowed — see note Note **: When not associated with a veterinary clinic. | § 23.31.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- "Animal keeping/training facilities or veterinary service" is a separate row (AUP in all seven districts).
- Not covered here: O, U, M-H and PUD districts have no use-by-use list; Residential zone names are not stated in the packet; R-1 narrative list does not say unlisted uses are prohibited, so no "no" cells are given for residential districts. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Pacific Grove
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-1-T zone in Pacific Grove?
No. Pacific Grove's use table does not allow it in C-1-T (Light Commercial and Hotel) (§ 23.31.030).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-1 zone in Pacific Grove?
Yes, with a condition. Pacific Grove's use table lists it as allowed in C-1 (Light Commercial) (§ 23.31.030). The code adds a condition: “When not associated with a veterinary clinic.”
General information, not legal advice.
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