Santa Monica · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Santa Monica?
In Santa Monica, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a conditional use permit in 1 (IC) and not allowed in 2 (Santa Monica use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: IC
- Not allowed: OC and HMU
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Santa Monica 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
Santa Monica'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 |
|---|---|---|
| IC | Needs a conditional use permit | § 9.13.020 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Not covered here: Chapter 9.51 use definitions (Community Assembly, Residential Care General/Limited/Senior, Child Care and Early Education Facility) are not in the packet; Section 9.08.030(A) (specified areas for R2/R3, header asterisk) not in packet; Section 9.31.x use standards not in packet; R2/R3 columns in S2 carry an asterisk meaning special rules in specified areas. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Santa Monica
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the IC zone in Santa Monica?
Only with a conditional use permit. Santa Monica's use table lists it that way in IC (§ 9.13.020).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the OC zone in Santa Monica?
No. Santa Monica's use table does not allow it in OC (§ 9.13.020).
General information, not legal advice.
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