Kennels are subject to the following requirements:
(1) The minimum lot size for a kennel shall be as set forth in the following:
Minimum Lot Size for Kennels | |
Number of Animals | Minimum Lot Size (Acres) |
1 - 10 | 2 |
11 - 20 | 4 |
21 - 30 | 6 |
Notes: 1) The minimum lot size may be waived by the Planning Department if the kennel is entirely enclosed as to protect adjacent uses from noise, odors and other objectionable characteristics. 2) An additional 10 animals may be added for each additional acre of land in excess of 6 acres. | |
(2) Outdoor kennels shall maintain a minimum setback of four hundred (400) linear feet from any existing residential structure on an adjoining lot.
(3) All structures associated with an outdoor kennel shall maintain a minimum setback of two hundred (200) feet from all lot lines.
(4) Indoor kennels shall maintain a minimum setback of one hundred (100) linear feet from any residential structure on an adjoining lot.
(5) All structures associated with an indoor kennel shall maintain a minimum setback of fifty (50) feet from all lot lines.
(6) The operator shall comply with requirements of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Subchapter 52J (Animal Welfare Section).
(7) The operator shall provide written evidence of compliance with county and state standards. (Ord. of 12/6/10; Ord. of 6/28/21)