Waterford · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Waterford?
In Waterford, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a permit in 4 (CH, CG, IL and IG, 2 with a condition) and not allowed in 3 (Waterford use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: CH, CG, IL and IG
- Not allowed: CC, CR and IP
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Waterford 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
Waterford's code calls this use “Animal 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CH | Needs an administrative use permit | § 17.24.030 |
| CG | Needs an administrative use permit | § 17.24.030 |
| IL | Needs a planning director use permit (administrative use permit if conditions met) — see note Note 20: Planning director use permit required. If the following conditions are met, the planning director may waive the conditional use permit requirement and approve the use upon issuance of an administrative use permit: a. The proposed use is located in an existing structure which is entirely enclosed, and no outside facilities are proposed; b. For animal hospitals, or where boarding or overnight care facilities are proposed, the use is located in a soundproofed and air-conditioned facility. | § 17.26.030 |
| IG | Needs a planning director use permit (administrative use permit if conditions met) — see note Note 20: Planning director use permit required. If the following conditions are met, the planning director may waive the conditional use permit requirement and approve the use upon issuance of an administrative use permit: a. The proposed use is located in an existing structure which is entirely enclosed, and no outside facilities are proposed; b. For animal hospitals, or where boarding or overnight care facilities are proposed, the use is located in a soundproofed and air-conditioned facility. | § 17.26.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Not covered here: PC district (no use table); Chapter 17.22 mobile home park district RM (S11, not used).. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Waterford
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the CH zone in Waterford?
Only with an administrative use permit. Waterford's use table lists it that way in CH (§ 17.24.030).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the CC zone in Waterford?
No. Waterford's use table does not allow it in CC (§ 17.24.030).
General information, not legal advice.
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