Santa Paula · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Santa Paula?
In Santa Paula, a kennel (dog boarding) is allowed in 1 base zone (LI), needs a conditional use permit (chapter 16.218) in 2 (R-A and I) and not allowed in 8 (Santa Paula use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: LI
- Needs a permit: R-A and I
- Not allowed: HR-PD1, HR-PD2, R-1, R-1(a), R-2, R-3, R-4 and MHP
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Santa Paula 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 Paula's code calls this use “Kennel”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| LI | Allowed Code row: “Animal Hospitals, Kennels & Veterinary Clinic” | § 16.21.020 |
| R-A Rural Residential | Needs a conditional use permit (chapter 16.218) | Division 1 — USE REGULATIONS |
| I | Needs a conditional use permit (chapter 16.218) Code row: “Animal Hospitals, Kennels & Veterinary Clinic” | § 16.21.020 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Commercial table has only 'Veterinary Office' (not a kennel). Industrial row combines animal hospitals, kennels and veterinary clinics. The Agriculture zone lists 'Kennels' as a conditional use in text form (zone code not stated).
- Not covered here: Agriculture zone (Chapter 16.11): uses listed in text, zone code not stated; Institutional/Civic zone (Chapter 16.23): uses listed in text, zone code not stated; OPR (Open Space Parks and Recreation) zone: uses listed in text, no residential or commercial-type uses. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Santa Paula
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the R-A zone in Santa Paula?
Only with a conditional use permit (chapter 16.218). Santa Paula's use table lists it that way in R-A (Rural Residential) (Division 1 — USE REGULATIONS).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the HR-PD1 zone in Santa Paula?
No. Santa Paula's use table does not allow it in HR-PD1 (Hillside Residential - Planned Development (HR1-PD, 0-1 dwelling units/acre)) (Division 1 — USE REGULATIONS).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the LI zone in Santa Paula?
Yes. Santa Paula's use table lists it as allowed in LI (§ 16.21.020).
General information, not legal advice.
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