Livingston · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Livingston?
In Livingston, a kennel (dog boarding) is needs a conditional use permit in 1 (M-1) and not allowed in 11 (Livingston use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: M-1
- Not allowed: R-E, R-1, R-2, R-3, C-1, DTC, C-2, C-3 and 3 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Livingston 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
Livingston'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 |
|---|---|---|
| M-1 Limited Industrial | Needs a conditional use permit | § 5-3-15 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Table 4 (Industrial Uses) row. Only M-1 is C; all other base districts are blank (prohibited). Table 4 header marks '2' on most columns = site plan/design review note, not about this use.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Livingston
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the M-1 zone in Livingston?
Only with a conditional use permit. Livingston's use table lists it that way in M-1 (Limited Industrial) (§ 5-3-15).
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the R-E zone in Livingston?
No. Livingston's use table does not allow it in R-E (Estate Residential) (§ 5-3-15).
General information, not legal advice.
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