Whittier · Land use · Kennel
Where is a kennel (dog boarding) allowed in Whittier?
In Whittier, a kennel (dog boarding) is allowed in 2 base zones (C-3 and M) and needs a conditional use permit in 1 (INV, it with a condition) (Whittier use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: C-3 and M
- Needs a permit: INV
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Whittier 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
Whittier's code calls this use “Kennels / Animal Boarding/Kennels”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| C-3 Commercial-Manufacturing | Allowed | § 18.32.020 |
| M Manufacturing | Allowed | § 18.34.020 |
| INV Innovation | Needs a conditional use permit — see note Note table: Overnight boarding requires CUP | § 18.33.020 |
What else applies
- Not covered here: Section 18.52.030 (conditional uses named by R-E, H-R, R-1 to R-5, C-O, C-1, C-2, C-3, M) is not in the packet; Section 18.34.060 (emergency shelter provisions) is not in the packet; Section 18.07 land use definitions are not in the packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Whittier
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the INV zone in Whittier?
Only with a conditional use permit. Whittier's use table lists it that way in INV (Innovation) (§ 18.33.020). The code adds a condition: “Overnight boarding requires CUP”
Can I have a kennel (dog boarding) in the C-3 zone in Whittier?
Yes. Whittier's use table lists it as allowed in C-3 (Commercial-Manufacturing) (§ 18.32.020).
General information, not legal advice.
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