Zoning Bylaw Amendment Passes to Update Kennel Regulations
Key Points
- Bylaws were updated to match Massachusetts General Law standards.
- The amendment provides narrower, more specific definitions for kennel operations.
- The Planning Board supported the measure as a necessary regulatory update.
Article 7 was approved by Town Meeting, bringing Pembroke’s zoning bylaws regarding kennels into alignment with state standards. The amendment sought to clarify and more narrowly define what constitutes a kennel to assist the animal control officer and town officials in enforcement.
Planning Board Chair Andy Wandell explained that the previous language was broad and that the update better reflects Massachusetts General Law. By modernizing these definitions, the town aims to provide clearer guidelines for residents and business owners while ensuring the health agent and animal control have the proper authority to regulate these facilities.
Motion: To amend the zoning bylaws regarding kennels as set forth in Article 7.
Vote: Passed - Clear majority