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- Date: Mon, 20 Sep 2010 10:35:28 EDT
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Subj: Shelby County Planning Commission to consider vague definition of “
kennel”on Monday, September 20
(http://www.akc.org/canine_legislation/index.cfm)
Shelby County Planning Commission to consider vague definition of “kennel”
on Monday, September 20
The Shelby County Planning Commission will consider adding a “kennel”
definition to their zoning code on Monday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Concerned dog owners are encouraged to attend and participate in this
important
discussion.
The American Kennel Club’s staff is concerned that the proposed definition
is vague and subject to broad interpretation by current and future codes
inspectors. The proposed definition is as follows:
Kennel (commercial)
For the purposes of this Ordinance, a Kennel (commercial) will be
considered as any combination of structures, pens, areas or enclosures,
covered or
uncovered, where dogs, cats or other domestic animals are kept for the
purpose of boarding, breeding, raising, grooming or training for sale,
compensation or any other commercial purpose.
It is unclear how this kennel definition would impact hobby breeders who
occasionally offer puppies or dogs for sale. It is also unclear if kennels
(commercial) would be allowed on residential properties. “Commercial” is
not defined within the current zoning regulations.
Further, it is inappropriate to regulate duly incorporated businesses such
as boarding kennels, grooming parlors and training facilities in the same
manner as small breeders.
If approved by the planning commission, the amendment will advance to the
Shelby County Commission. The definition and corresponding restrictions
would apply only to those areas of unincorporated Shelby County that have
zoning.
Current zoning regulations indicate that a “kennel” is a permitted use in:
· A-1 Agricultural Districts – allows kennels provided that open
pens or runs are located not less than 75 feet from any lot line.
· B-2 General Business Districts – allows hospitals or clinics for
animals, but not including open kennels.
· M-1 Light Industrial Districts – allows animal hospitals or
clinics including open kennels.
· Kennels are not mentioned in residential context in the Zoning
Regulations.
The Shelby County Planning Services Department also recommends that “the
Planning Commission request that the Shelby County Commission consider the
preparation of comprehensive Animal Control Regulations applicable to
unincorporated Shelby County.”
The American Kennel Club strongly endorses the right to own, keep and
breed dogs in a responsible and humane manner. We believe that responsible dog
ownership is compatible with most living arrangements.
How You Can Help
· Shelby County residents are encouraged to e-mail or fax polite
letters to members of the planning commission expressing their concerns with
the proposed zoning change. Letters addressed to the Planning
Commissioners can be sent to:
Regina Ashmore, Planning Services Administrative Assistant
E-mail _rashmore@xxxxxxxxxxxxx (mailto:rashmore@xxxxxxxxxxxx)
Fax (205) 620-6655.
· Residents may speak before the planning commission at its
meeting on Monday, September 20 at 7:00 p.m. at:
Shelby County Services Building
2nd Floor Community Room,
1123 County Services Drive
Pelham, AL 35124
_Click here for a map._
(http://www.shelbycountyalabama.com/News_Events/newpdf/Dept_LocationMap1.pdf)
Times and locations are subject to change, so
please contact the Planning Division, Shelby County Development Services at
(205) 620-6650 to verify current meeting dates.
Members of Shelby County Planning Commission are:
* Ralph Thomas, Chairman
* James R Land, Vice-Chairman
* Scott A. Chambers, CFM
* Rachel Garrett
* Bill Kinnebrew
* Robert Lewis Taylor
* Kenneth Wilder
For more information, contact the AKC Government Relations Department at
(919) 816-3720 or _doglaw@xxxxxxxx (mailto:doglaw@xxxxxxx) .
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