Porterville · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Porterville?
In Porterville, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a permit in 8 (AC, RR, DR-D, D-GC, CN and 3 more, 2 with a condition) and not allowed in 11 (Porterville use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: AC, RR, DR-D, D-GC, CN, CG, IP and IG
- Not allowed: DR-N, DR-S, D-MX, DRM-2, DRM-3, D-PO, D-PS, CR and 3 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Porterville 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
Porterville's code calls this use “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 |
|---|---|---|
| AC | Needs a minor conditional use permit | § 200.02 |
| RR | Needs a minor conditional use permit | § 200.02 |
| DR-D | Needs a conditional use permit | § 202.02 |
| D-GC | Needs a conditional use permit | § 202.02 |
| CN Commercial Neighborhood | Needs a minor conditional use permit — see note Note 4: Provided that such use shall be completely enclosed in a building of soundproof construction. | § 203.02 |
| CG | Needs a minor conditional use permit — see note Note 4: Provided that such use shall be completely enclosed in a building of soundproof construction. | § 203.02 |
| IP | Needs a minor conditional use permit | § 204.02 |
| IG | Needs a minor conditional use permit | § 204.02 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Not covered here: PD district (S7); Chapter 701 use-classification definitions (not in packet); Section 301.03/301.04 Animal Keeping, 301.15, 301.18 not in packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Porterville
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the AC zone in Porterville?
Only with a minor conditional use permit. Porterville's use table lists it that way in AC (§ 200.02).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the DR-N zone in Porterville?
No. Porterville's use table does not allow it in DR-N (§ 202.02).
General information, not legal advice.
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