Hello again Ron,
Here are the results of my research for permits relating to dog
boarding kennels in Santa Cruz County and helpful websites for
starting a kennel business.
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Santa Cruz County Codes
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Chapter 6.16 KENNELS AND PET SHOPS
Santa Cruz County Codes
http://ordlink.com/codes/santacruzco/_DATA/TITLE06/Chapter_6_16__KENNELS_AND_PET_SHOP/index.html
6.16.020 Permit—Required
No person shall operate any kennel or pet shop as defined in this
chapter without first obtaining a permit from the health officer. The
granting of such permit shall be within the discretion of the health
officer, taking into consideration the type of construction as it
relates to sanitation and the manner in which animals, birds or fowl
are to be housed, zoning regulations, and the character of the person
making the application.
Santa Cruz County Codes
http://ordlink.com/codes/santacruzco/_DATA/TITLE06/Chapter_6_16__KENNELS_AND_PET_SHOP/6_16_020_Permit__Required_.html
6.16.030 Permit--Application, fees, expiration and delinquency
A. Applications. Applications for a permit to operate a kennel or a
pet shop, or for renewal thereof, shall be filed with the health
officer upon such forms as he may prescribe.
B. Fees. The permit fee for the calendar year or any part thereof
during which the permitted activity is carried on and the fee for
renewal thereof shall be that established by resolution of the board
of supervisors.
C. Plan Check Charge. The applicant shall pay the plan check charge
established by resolution of the board.
D. Expiration of Permits. Each permit shall expire on December 31st of
the current year, provided such permit may be renewed without penalty
on or before February 15th next following the expiration date.
E. Delinquent Permits. Permittees who do not renew the permit on or
before February 15th shall pay the extra amount established by the
board.
Santa Cruz County Codes
http://ordlink.com/codes/santacruzco/_DATA/TITLE06/Chapter_6_16__KENNELS_AND_PET_SHOP/6_16_030_Permit__Application__.html
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City Business Licenses
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Licenses are required for most businesses. Phone numbers for business
license offices in Santa Cruz County are:
Capitola 475-7300
Santa Cruz 420-5070
Scotts Valley 440-5610
Watsonville 728-6031
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County Permits
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A permit is required for a kennel as stated in the following excerpt.
The County of Santa Cruz also has restrictions and requires permits on
some types of businesses operating in the unincorporated and
incorporated areas. Therefore, you might need both a business license
and a permit from the County. Because the regulations change from time
to time, it is recommended that you contact the Planning Department,
454-2580, to determine if a permit is required prior to the operation
of your business. The most common businesses requiring permits from
other departments are: ambulance, card rooms, bingo, food
establishments, garbage collection, kennels, organized camps, pet
shops, public swimming pools, target ranges.
Santa Cruz County Government
http://www.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/tax/startbu1.htm
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Zoning Requirements
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You should contact the Planning Department of the city for businesses
in incorporated areas, or the County Planning Department for
businesses in unincorporated areas, to make certain that your business
location is zoned for your particular type of business. The phone
numbers are as follows:
Santa Cruz 454-2130
Santa Cruz City 420-5100
Capitola 475-7300
Scotts Valley 440-5630
Watsonville 728-6020
Santa Cruz County Government
http://www.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/tax/startbu1.htm
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Santa Cruz County Recorder Website
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PERMITS:
Santa Cruz County has restrictions and requires permits for some
businesses in the unincorporated area. Home-based businesses may
require a home-occupancy permit. It is recommended that you contact
the County Planning Department, Room 400, to determine if a permit is
required prior to the operation of your business.
Kennels are one of the most common businesses that require special
permits from County Departments
Business Type: Kennels
County Department: Environmental Health
Phone: 454-2022
Room No.: 312
ZONING REGULATIONS: Zoning regulations for the unincorporated areas
are obtained from the County Planning Dept. Room 400, 701 Ocean
Street, Santa Cruz. Apply at the Zoning Counter. Telephone: (831)
454-2580.
Santa Cruz County Recorder
http://www.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/rcd/busin.htm
Here are some useful websites:
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Small Business Assistance
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The Central Coast Small Business Development Center (located at
Cabrillo College) provides professional consulting at no charge for
businesses in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties that need assistance
(businesses just starting out, businesses which are expanding,
businesses which are in trouble). They also make referrals to business
oriented workshops and services offered by a variety of agencies.
“You can contact us Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM by e-mail, telephone, or
fax. We are happy to answer your questions about our services, or
connect you with one of our counselors.”
Email: sbdc@businessonline.org
Phone: 831-479-6136
Fax: 831-479-6166
Mail:
SBDC
Cabrillo College
6500 Soquel Dr.
Aptos, CA 95003
Small Business Development Center
http://www.businessonline.org
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Santa Cruz County Animal Services Authority
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Phone: (831) 454-7303
Santa Cruz County Animal Services
Licensing Division
27 Janis Way
Scotts Valley, CA 95066
831 454-7209
Santa Cruz County Animal Services Authority
http://www.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/asa/ASA.htm
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Boarding Kennel - Tips on Starting
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TOP PRIORITY:
“Get any and all required licenses and permits first. Your local
municipal office is a good place to start. You'll need to check out
zoning and related permits. Find out about business permits and local
license requirements. Whether it is required or not, get an inspection
done by the local SPCA or Humane Society and ask for a certification;
they won't necessarily endorse you, but most are willing to provide
some sort of certification that your premises are acceptable for the
dogs and are clean. In some locations this is mandatory on an annual
basis, with or without notice.”
Tips:
- “Make up your mind to have someone around ALL the time when dogs are
there.
- Your policy should be that all dogs must show proof of current
vaccinations, NO exceptions. Ask your local vet what is advised; for
instance, some parts of the country may see cases of kennel cough more
frequently.
- Require half-payment up front; boarding kennels are an easy way to
"get rid of" a dog that is unwanted; they just never show up for it.
This is less likely to happen if they have to fork over money.
- Get a good contract written up that should deal with such
contingencies as vets (who?); vet bills; unclaimed dogs; list of
required medication, ailments, feeding program.
- Design your building so each dog can go in and out at will (through
a swing door).”
(..)
Construction:
- “On the inside, have cement or wood walls to at least 4' high (don't
use wood if you are in termite area as the walls will need washing
down frequently), and chain link to the ceiling. This eliminates fence
fighting. You may want to do the same outside.” - The outside run
fencing should be 6' high in no-snow country.
- The bottom of the runs should be dig-proof; cement is easier to
clean but harder on the dogs' feet and elbows. Small pea-gravel takes
more clean-up, needs to be replenished, but is easier to keep smell
free.”
WorldClassDogs Internet: Dear Dog LAdy
http://216.239.41.104/search?q=cache:_UI5lnqFkAYJ:www.worldclassdogs.com/DearDogLady.asp%3Fnum%3D79+starting+a+kennel+business&hl=es&ie=UTF-8
Minimum standards:
Standards: “Adequate ventilation & temperature, Sufficient shade from
sun & shelter from inclement weather, Protection from injury,
Veterinary treatment when required, water resistant.”
Space/Size: “Allow freedom of movement or Calculation by size of dog,
structurally sound & in good repair, humanely clean, construction
materials”
Kennel Design
http://www.kenneldesign.com/blueprints/standards.htm#us
Here’s an article on starting a dog day care facility.
http://web.archive.org/web/20010724064034/http://cgi1.usatoday.com/small/blue/blue011.htm
Blueprints for Kennel Buildings
http://www.kenneldesign.com/blueprints/blueprints.htm
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The American Boarding Kennels Association
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ABKA is the non-profit trade association for the pet boarding industry
in the United States and around the world and is a source of excellent
information.
http://www.abka.com/Index.htm?Home.htm
You may purchase these books and booklets from The American Boarding
Kennels Association (AKBA):
Building, Buying and Operating a Boarding Kennel (Book) The Law and
the Boarding Kennel Operator (Booklet) Taking Lawful Employment
Actions (Booklet) How to Select a Boarding Kennel (Booklet) Dealing
with Aggressive Dogs (Booklet) Sample Personnel Policy Manual
(Booklet) Emergency Preparedness Program for Boarding Kennels and
Grooming Shops Guidelines for Creating a Business Plan A Collection of
Kennel Floor Plans VFA Program Standards Boarding Kennel Operating
Ratio Statistics Sample Recommended Boarding Agreement P R Guide for
Boarding Kennel Operators
Phone ABKA at 719-667-1600
Email at orders@abka.com
The American Boarding Kennels Association
https://www.abka.com/Secure/SIndex.htm?/Secure/Order_Form.htm
ABKA offers a two-day seminar, "Building, Buying and Operating a
Boarding Kennel"
Learn more about the seminar here:
http://www.abka.com/Index.htm?Home.htm
The previous question that I answered about dog kennels may be of your
interest:
Dog Kennel Question
http://answers.google.com/answers/main?cmd=threadview&id=100261
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I hope the above information helps your friend with her dog boarding
business.
Best Regards,
Bobbie7-ga |
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