Hello Chichiowner and thank you for your question.
Below are the animal control regulations for dog kennels in Utah
County.
Utah County Animal Control Regulations
http://www.utahcountyonline.org/Dept/Anim/AnimOrdin/
ARTICLE II. IN GENERAL
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Sec. 5-22. Number of animals
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No person shall harbor or possess more than four (4) dogs and four (4)
cats, four (4) months of age or older without purchasing a kennel
license or a hobby breeder's license. Ownership of more than four (4)
cats without said licenses must be approved by the Animal Regulation
Coordinator for a legitimate business purpose.
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Sec. 5-23. Kennel Regulations
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Definitions:
Cages: Individual, portable facilities for containing dogs.
Exercise yard: An area enclosed by a fence of at least six (6) feet in
height wherein dogs are allowed to run and exercise. Every portion of
an exercise yard fence shall be separate and removed from any property
boundary fence.
Fencing: Unless otherwise authorized, shall mean a good grade
commercial chain link, carried on solid posts set in concrete,
suggested minimum is 11 gauge wire, 2 inch steel posts set on no
greater than 10 foot spans.
Kennel: Any lot, building structure, enclosure or premises whereupon
or wherein five (5)0 or more dogs over four (4) months of age are kept
or maintained for any purpose. Including boarding, breeding, buying,
grooming, letting for hire, training for fee, or selling.
Kennel building: a permanent structure designed, intended, or used
exclusively for the housing of dogs.
Kennel run (inside): The separated area inside a kennel building used
for the interior housing of dogs.
Kennel run (outside): an area adjacent to a kennel building and
enclosed by a fence at least six (6) feet in height.
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Requirements
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License:
Each kennel must have a current valid kennel license and a current
valid business license in those areas which require a business license
in addition to a kennel license. Such licenses are required to be
displayed and readily available for inspection by any authorized
person.
Records:
A kennel record must be kept available for inspection such record to
show: The name, current address, and telephone of the owner of the
dog, the date entered the kennel, the reason for its being in the
kennel, i.e. for boarding, sale, breeding, grooming, etc., the
description of the dog, (age, breed, sex, color, etc.). On any dog
over four (4) months of age, a current valid rabies certificate shall
be maintained as a part of this record, as long as the dog is
maintained in the kennel.
Physical facilities:
The basic intent of these regulations is to see that all animals
receive proper care, that they are being treated kindly, properly fed,
and that their surroundings are being kept in a sanitary condition.
Animal rooms:
Cage: Cage length and width shall exceed the animal's length from the
base of the tail to the tip of the nose by at least six (6) inches.
Cage height shall exceed the animal's height by at least four (4)
inches. Small puppies may be caged together using their combined
length according to the above formula. Cages shall be so constructed
and be of such material as to be maintained in a sanitary condition.
Animals shall be removed from and be provided with an exercise yard
for their use for such periods as determined by the size, age, and
condition of the animal. Diseased animals must be maintained apart
from healthy animals in suitable and separate quarters.
General: Walls and floors shall be of material easily cleaned and kept
in a sanitary condition. The room shall be properly screened, insect,
and vermin proof. It shall be properly ventilated to prevent drafts
and remove odors. Heating and cooling should be provided as required,
with sufficient light (preferably natural) to allow observation of
animals, and sanitation.
Outdoor Facilities:
Shall be provided with windbreaks, roofing, and shelter adequate to
protect the animals from the weather. They shall be adequately drained
and maintained in a sanitary manner. Adequate and sanitary means of
disposing of droppings shall be provided. All kennel runs shall be
fenced (chain link or welded wire) such fence to be separate and apart
from property boundary fence. Kennel runs shall have a minimum free
and clear area of ten (10) square feet per dog. Indoor shelter, except
where animals are caged, shall have a minimum of six (6) square feet
per dog. When the minimum area is provided it should be supplemented
with exercise yards for dogs which are maintained for extended
periods. Kennels shall not be left unattended for a period in excess
of twenty-four (24) hours. All animals shall be supplied with
sufficient good and wholesome food and fresh water as the feeding
habits of such animals require.
All areas of kennel runs, yards, food storage, and auxiliary buildings
shall be subject to inspection of authorized persons.
An emergency name, address, and phone number must be posted in a
conspicuous place at the front of the property for use by authorized
persons.
Source: Utah County Online
http://www.utahcountyonline.org/Dept/Anim/AnimOrdin/Ordin12.asp
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Sec. 5-24. General regulations relating to animals
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Every person within Utah county who owns any animal or who owns,
conducts, manages, or operates any animal establishment for which a
license is required is also required by this ordinance:
A. Structural strength. Housing facilities for animals shall be
structurally sound and shall be maintained in good repair, to protect
the animals from injury, to contain the animals, and to restrict the
entrance of other animals.
B. All animals shall be supplied with sufficient good and wholesome
food and fresh water as often as the feeding habits of the respective
animals require.
C. All animals and all animal buildings or enclosure shall be
maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.
D. All animals shall be so maintained so as to eliminate excessive
odor and noise.
E. No animal shall be without attention more than twenty- four (24)
consecutive hours. Whenever an animal is left unattended at a
commercial animal facility the telephone number of the department of
animal control or the name, address and telephone number of the
responsible person shall be posted in a conspicuous place at the front
of the property. However, this provision shall not apply to livestock.
Livestock shall be attended at reasonable intervals.
F. Animals shall be treated humanly and no conditions shall be
maintained or permitted that is or could be injurious to the animal.
G. Animal buildings and enclosures shall be so constructed and
maintained as to prevent escape of the animal. All reasonable
precautions shall be taken to protect the public from the animal and
the animal from the public.
H. Every building or enclosure wherein animals are maintained shall
be constructed of a material easily cleaned and shall be kept in a
sanitary condition. The building shall be properly ventilated to
prevent drafts and to remove odors. Heating, cooling, and shelter
shall be provided as required according to the physical need of the
animal, with sufficient light to allow observation of animals and
sanitation.
I. Medical treatment shall be provided as necessary in order to
maintain the health of the animals.
J. All animal rooms, cages, kennels, and runs shall be of sufficient
size to provide adequate and proper accommodations for the animals
kept therein.
K. Owners shall not allow animals which are natural enemies,
temperamentally unsuited, or otherwise incompatible, to be quartered
together or so near each other as to cause injury, fear, or torment.
L. All wild animals permitted pursuant to this section shall be
maintained in buildings, enclosed yards, or cages as specified by the
coordinator and such shall be kept at distances from adjacent
buildings as specified in the Utah county zoning ordinances and the
Utah County health ordinances.
Representatives of Utah county Sheriffs Department or other duly
designated representatives of the county may enter any premises where
animals are maintained for investigation or inspection as to whether
or not any portion of such premises, building, structure, enclosure,
pen, or cage is being used, kept, or maintained in violation of this
or any other county ordinance. This section does not permit any person
to enter a private dwelling except where necessary to rescue an
animal.
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Sec. 5-25. Hobby Breeders
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Where permitted by the Department of animal regulation and Utah County
planning department. Breeders of dogs may obtain a permit to keep up
to eight (8) dogs in a residential area provided:
A. Such dogs are individually licensed;
B. Proof of rabies certificate required to receive a license.
C. Such dogs are registered with a national registry (AKC, UKC,
ETC);
D. Approval is granted by the appropriate authority, zoning, county
health department, and division of animal regulation;
E. Adequate runs (not necessarily concrete) as follows:
1. Mature small dogs (up to fifteen (15) inch shoulder height)
minimum four (4) foot high fencing.
2. Mature large dogs (fifteen (15) inch shoulder height and over)
minimum six (6) foot high fencing.
F. The holder of a permit issued under this section may keep one (1)
litter intact until the dogs reach six (6) months of age; on e animal
from the litter may be retained until it reaches twelve (12) months of
age. At no time may the holder of the permit retain more than nine (9)
dogs over six (6) months of age nor more than eight (8) dogs over one
(1) year of age.
G. Other provisions of this ordinance are complied with and no dog
or premises is deemed a nuisance.
Renewal and fee for license:
Hobby breeders shall pay an annual license fee as established by the
County Commission, renewable each year after inspection by the
coordinator of licensing. Said license will expire December 31st of
each year.
The licensee shall notify the Coordinator of Licensing within thirty
(30) days of any change in this establishment or operation which may
effect the status of his license. In the event of a change in
ownership of the establishment, the licensee shall notify the
Coordinator of licensing immediately. Licenses shall not be
transferable.
Standards and procedure for inspection
The yearly inspection for a license shall be based upon the following
requirements:
A. To provide a type of structure, building, pen, or cages to
protect the animal from weather.
B. Food, water, and sanitation facilities provided for animals.
C. Measures taken related to health of animals, control of noise and
odors.
Suspension or revocation of a license
The suspension or revocation of a license shall be determined because
of violation of rules or regulations on the following grounds:
A. Falsification of facts in license application or purebred
registration.
B. Violation of any established ordinances or regulations relating
to noise, odor, building, or zoning ordinances.
C. Conviction on a charge of cruelty to animals.
D. Inspector shall inform licensee of such violations by written
notice.
E. Establish specific and reasonable period of time for the
correction of such violations(s) found.
F. An opportunity for appeal from any notice or inspection findings
will be provided if a written request for a hearing is filed with the
department within two (2) weeks of notice.
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Sec. 5-26. Loss of privilege to maintain dog in county
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If the owner or custodian of any dog is convicted of any violation of
this chapter on three (3) or more different occasions during any
twelve (12) month period the county may issue an order denying the
right of the owner or custodian to maintain a dog in the county for a
period of two (2) years. Prior to final denial of such privilege
written notice shall be sent to the owner's or custodian's last known
address informing the owner or custodian of the county's intent to
deny his privilege of maintaining a dog in the county.
Source: Utah County Online
http://www.utahcountyonline.org/Dept/Anim/AnimOrdin/EntireOrdinPF.asp
http://www.co.utah.ut.us/Dept/Anim/AnimOrdin/EntireOrdinPF.asp
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Kennel License
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Each kennel must have a current valid kennel license and a current
valid business license in those areas which require a business license
in addition to a kennel license.
Apply for a kennel license:
Utah County Administration Building
100 East Center Street, Suite 2300
Provo, UT 84606
801-370-8136
801-370-8146 (fax)
Hours: 08:00 am - 05:00 pm Mon-Fri
(801) 370-8600
E-mail for additional information
ucadm.utahcnty@state.ut.us
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Business Licenses
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Business licenses are available for businesses located within the
County, but outside of city limits. For business licenses within a
city, contact that city.
Here is the Business License Application Form 2002 for businesses
located within the County
http://www.utahcountyonline.org/apps/WebLink/Dept/COMDEV/BL-Appli2002-1.pdf
For business licenses within a city, contact that city:
Payson City Corporation
439 West Utah Avenue Payson,
Utah 84651
Phone: 801-465-5200
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Animal Control Officer
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There is one full time animal control officer at The Payson Police
Department. The Animal Control officer provides 40 hours of coverage
per week, with back up provided by the regular officers when he is off
duty. The business office is located at 388 East 100 North.
Hours: 8am - 4pm Monday - Friday
After Hours: County Dispatch 375-3601
E-mail: paysonpd@payson.org
http://www.payson.org/city_services/publicsafety/police.htm
Utah County Departments, Divisions & Locations
http://www.utahcountyonline.org/ContactUs/ViewDeptDir.asp
Licenses and Business Regulations
http://161.119.42.22/apps/WebLink/Dept/ComDev/Chap11.pdf
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