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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRe: kennel license Christine Mattson From: Christine Mattson Sent: Monday, June 01, 2015 4:54 PM To: 'mikenorth50@gmail.com' Cc: Melanie Curtis; Roger Peitso Subject: 2545 North Shore Drive/#2015-00642 Attachments: code section on dogs and cats.pdf; escrow agreement.pdf; Hardcover Information Packet -2014.pdf; Kennel License Application.pdf; letter.pdf Mike, Attached is a copy of the letter and attachments that will be mailed tomorrow. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Christine Mattson Planning Assistant City of Orono 2750 Kelley Parkway � Orono � MN � 55356(physical addressJ PO Box 66 � Crystal Bay � MN � 55323-0066 (mailing addressJ '� 952.249.4620 � 8 952.249.4616 � cmattson@ci.orono.mn.us � � www.ci.orono.mn.us Summer Office Hours: (Monday, May 18 through Friday,August 28,2015) Monday-Thursday: 7:30 am to 5 pm Friday: 7:30 am to 11:30 am OUR OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED: Friday,July 3,2015 1 Orono, NIN Code of Ordinances Page 1 of 5 c � � . ARTICLE III. - DOGS AND CATS FOOTNOTE(S): ---(3)--- State Law reference— Dogs and cats, Minn. Stat. ch. 347. DIVISION 1. - GENERALLY Sec. 62-101. - Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases,when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Owner means a person who owns, harbors, feeds, boards or keeps a dog or cat. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(1), 7-24-1995; Ord. No. 208 2nd series, § 6, 10-22-2001) Cross reference— Definitions generally, § 1-2. Sec. 62-102. - Owning dangerous dogs. It is unlawful for the owner of any dog to own or keep a dog which is dangerous, i.e., any such dog which has caused injury to persons or property. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(11)(2), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-103. -Warning of vicious dogs. The owner of any dog known to be of vicious habits shall place in plain view of the entrance of the premises a sign no smaller than 12 inches by 14 inches which shall read: "Beware of Vicious Dog" in letters at least two inches in height. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(13), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-104. - Running at large prohibited. It is unlawful for the owner of any dog to permit such animal to run at large.Any dog shall be deemed to be running at large with the permission of the owner unless: (1) It is on a durable leash secured to an object which it cannot move and is on the premises of the owner. (2) On a leash and under the control or within ten feet and under the effective command of the accompanying person of suitable age and discretion. (3) In the owners'fenced yard or other suitable enclosure where the dog cannot leave without human assistance. (4) In the owner's yard and under effective command of an accompanying person of suitable age and discretion present outside in the yard. (5) In a vehicle from which the dog cannot leave without human assistance provided it is not left unattended in violation of law. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(2), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-105. - Defecating on property of another prohibited. about:blank 6/1/2015 Orono, MN Code of Ordinances Page 2 of 5 . , it is unlawful for the owner of any dog to fail to prevent such dog from defecating in or upon public property or the premises of another, or to permit solid waste of a dog to accumulate on its owner's premises for more than 24 hours. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12((11)(4), (11)(5)), 7-24-1995) Secs. 62-106-62-130. - Reserved. DIVISION 2. - LICENSE FOOTNOTE(S): ---(4)--- Cross reference— Business licenses, § 26-31 et seq. State Law reference— County dog licenses, Minn. Stat. § 347.08 et seq. Sec. 62-131. - Required. It is unlawful for the owner of any dog six months of age or more to fail to obtain a license from the city except as follows: (1) Dogs confined to a city-licensed commercial kennel need not be individually licensed. (2) Dogs confined to a city-licensed residential kennel shall be individually licensed but need not wear the license tag while they are confined in the kennel. (3) Dogs currently licensed by another jurisdiction may be temporarily kept in the city for a period not to exceed 30 days, provided the dog wears a tag or other identification from such licensing jurisdiction, and provided the current city license is obtained if the temporary stay extends beyond 30 days or otherwise becomes permanent. Dogs licensed by other jurisdictions are not exempt from the kennel licensing requirements or from any other provision of this article. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(3), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-132. -Application. All licenses shall be issued by the city; and applications shall be accompanied by a certificate issued by a veterinarian licensed to practice in the state, showing that the dog is vaccinated against rabies for the duration of the applied-for license. Should the rabies vaccination expire prior to the full term of the license,the owner is responsible for updating such vaccination. No more than two dog licenses shall be issued to any one person or for any one lot, properry or address at any one time unless there shall first have been issued a current residential or commercial kennel license for such person, lot property or address. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(4), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-133. - Fees. All licenses and impounding fees provided for in this division shall be issued only upon payment in full of the fee established by resolution. License fees shall be due for the full two-year license period, except that licenses issued in even-numbered years may be prorated to half of the two-year license fee. No other prorating shall be permitted. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(5), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-134. -Collar and tag required. (a) about:blank 6/1/2015 Orono, MN Code of Ordinances Page 3 of 5 All licensed dogs shall wear a collar and have a tag firmly affixed to the collar evidencing such license for the current year.A duplicate for a lost tag may be issued by the city upon presentation of the receipt showing the payment of the license fee for the current license period, and payment of the fee for a duplicate license.Tags shall not be transferable, and no refund shall be made on any dog license fee because of leaving the city or death of the dog before the expiration of the license. (b) It is unlawful for the owner of any dog to fail to have the license tag issued by the city firmly attached to a collar worn at all times by the licensed dog. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(6), (11)(1), 7-24-1995) Sec. 62-135. - License period. All dog licenses shall be issued and be valid for the whole or unexpired portion of two-year periods beginning on January 1 of each odd-numbered year.All dog licenses regardless of the date of issuance shall expire on December 31 of each even-numbered year. Dog owners shall apply for license renewal prior to the license expiration date. (Ord. No. 137 2nd series, § 9.12(7), 7-24-1995) Secs. 62-136-62-160. - Reserved. DIVISION 3. - KENNELS FOOTNOTE(S): ---(5)--- Cross reference— Businesses, ch. 26. State Law reference— Kennel licenses, Minn. Stat. § 347.31 et seq. Subdivision I. - In General Sec. 62-161. - Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases,when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Commercial kennel means any place or premises where three or more dogs over six months of age are kept or housed at any one time for commercial purposes, including sale, boarding, breeding, grooming,training or medical care. Kennel structure means a dog house or enclosure of any kind, including a fenced pen or dog run, constructed, maintained or used for purposes of keeping, housing or restraining one or more dogs in a limited area.A fenced-in yard area amounting to 600 square feet or more per dog shall not be defined as a kennel structure. Residential kenne/means an accessory residential use or place where three or more dogs or five or more cats over six months of age are kept or housed for the sole noncommercial use, benefit or enjoyment of the property owner or occupant. (Code 1984, § 5.36(1); Ord. No. 208 2nd series, § 1, 10-22-2001) Cross reference— Definitions generally, § 1-2. Secs. 62-162-62-180. - Reserved. Subdivision II. - License FOOTNOTE(S): about:blank 6/1/2015 Orono, MN Code of Ordinances Page 4 of 5 ---(6)--- ' . Cross reference— Business licenses, § 26-31 et seq. Sec. 62-181. - Required. (a) It is unlawful for any person to own, operate, use, maintain or allow to exist any kennel on any property without a license from the city in accordance with this subdivision. (b) It is unlawful for any person to own, harbor, keep or house three or more dogs, or five or more cats, over six months of age on any one lot or property without a valid residential or commercial kennel license. (c) It is unlawful for any person to operate any kennel for business or commercial purposes, including sale, boarding, breeding, grooming,training or medical care,without a valid commercial kennel license. (d) It is unlawful for any person to construct, keep, maintain or use a kennel structure for one or more dogs without a valid residential or commercial kennel license; except that kennel structures used for not more than two dogs over six months of age need not be licensed if the kennel structure is located in a side or rear yard and is not less than 30 feet away from any property line. (Code 1984, § 5.36(2); Ord. No. 208 2nd series, § 2, 10-22-2001) Sec. 62-182. - Standards. All kennel licenses are permissive only, granting limited authority to the licensee according to the provisions of each license. Kennel licenses may be issued by the city clerk only after review and approval by the council.The council shall review each kennel license application for pertinent facts and circumstances, including but not limited to location in the city, zoning, lot size, number of animals, existing or proposed kennel facilities, including location on the lot, kennel maintenance, sanitation, keeping too many animals, nuisance complaints, excessive noise, running at large, odors perceptible beyond the property line, commercial activities occurring at a residential kennel or any previous animal or kennel license violations by the applicant. (Code 1984, § 5.36(4); Ord. No. 208 2nd series, § 3, 10-22-2001) Sec. 62-183. - Residential kennel license standards and requirements. Residential kennel licenses are intended as a special privilege to be granted upon a showing that the keeping of more than the allowed amount of animals and/or a kennel structure location will not be a public nuisance or otherwise adversely affect neighboring persons or property.The council shall have the authority to limit the maximum number of animals kept at any residential kennel based upon the kennel standards listed in section 62-182. No residential kennel license shall be granted unless the property contains a proper kennel structure or is otherwise fenced to prevent the dogs from running at large. Nothing in this chapter shall preclude the breeding of licensed dogs kept at a residential kennel,the sale of offspring,the occasional sale of licensed dogs, or the private grooming, training or medical care of such dogs on the premises. (Code 1984, § 5.36(5); Ord. No. 208 2nd series, § 4, 10-22-2001) Sec. 62-184. - Commercial kennel license standards and requirements. New commercial kennel licenses shall be issued only for property that is properly zoned for business purposes or for rural residential property of sufficient acreage to comply with chapter 78. No commercial kennel license shall be granted unless the properry contains a kennel structure and other enclosed buildings sufficient to operate the business without nuisance or other adverse effects on neighboring properties. about:blank 6/1/2015 Orono, MN Code of Ordinances Page 5 of 5 (Code 1984, § 5.36(6)) Sec. 62-185. - License period. All kennel licenses shall expire on December 31 of each year.Application for renewal of an existing kennel license shall be made to the city clerk at least 30 days prior to the expiration date. (Code 1984, § 5.36(3)) Secs. 62-186-62-220. - Reserved. about:blank 6/1/2015 CITY OF ORONO 2750 Kelley Parkway DOG ORDINANCE REGULATIONS Female Dogs in Heat P.O.Box 66 Such dogs must be kept indoors or at a commercial Crystal Bay,MN 55323 License Tags kennel at the owner's expense for duration of their PHONE: (952)249-4600 • Must be permanently attached to each dog's season. 2015-2016 APPLICATION FOR DOG LICENSE collar and worn at all times. **UUE UPON RECEIPT • Duplicates are available for a nominal charge in Dangerous Dogs case of loss. Dangerous dog registration is required per Chapter 711,Minnesota Statute 347.50,Subdivision 2.Contact Kennel License Requirements the Orono Police Department (952) 249-4700 for A dog license is required for all dogs OVER 6 MONTHS of • Required for 3 or mare dogs or 5 or more cats. further information. ' age, except for seeing-eye dogs or dogs kept in a licensed • City Council must approve, may limit the commercial kennel. number of dogs and cats, and may deny or pog Waste revoke because of location, sanitation, lt is unlawful for the owner of any dog to: Please complete the following information: maintenance or nuisance complaint problems. . Fail to prevent dog from defecating in or upon Application Date • Must be renewed annually on or before public property or the premises of another. December 31st each year. . Permit the solid waste of a dog to accumulate Dog Owner's Name — . Dogs kept in residential kennels must also have on owner's premises for more than 24 hours. Address individual dog licenses. lmpounded Dogs • Residential Kennel License Fee: $50/year • Dogs without a license tag,or dogs running at City Zip • Commercial Kennel License Fee: $150/year large even if wearing a tag,shall be seized and Phone Number • Contact the City Offices for information and impounded by the Police or Animal Control Description of Doe: application(952)249-4600. Officer. Dogs Running at Large Prohibited • Officers may enter on private property to Name of Dog Any dog shall be deemed to be running at large unless it enforce these ordinances. Breed is� • Dogs having bitten someone will be - • On a durable leash secured to an object which it impounded for at least 10 days at the owner's Color _ cannot move and is on the premises of the ex ense. P Age Weight ��bs.) Sex owner. • On a leash and under control or within 10 feet Release - Impounded dogs are taken to Crossroads Rabies Certificate No. and under effective command of accompanying Animal Shelter and released to their owners if claimed Expiration Date person of suitable age and discretion. within 10 days,provided the owner pays all penalties • In owner's fenced yard or other suitable and pound costs. Dogs may be disposed of if not Does the dog have a microchip implanted? enclosure where dog cannot leave without human claimed after 10 days. Unlicensed dogs will be If so,what company is it registered with? assistance. required to obtain a current license. All dogs must be • In a vehicle from which dog cannot leave without picked up at the Crossroads Animal Shelter. You must attach: human assistance. 1. VAL1D RABIES VACCINATION CERTIFICATE Barking Dogs Release & Boarding Fees - All fees are payable to Should the rabies vaccination expire prior to the full Dogs shall not be allowed to "unreasonably disturb the Gossroads Animal Shelter. term of the license, the owner is responsible for updating peace and quiet" which includes: - FIRST OFFENSE/YEAR $ 60.00 such vaccination. • Creation of noise by any dog which can be heard - SECOND OFFENSE $ 80.00 2. LICENSE FEE payable to City of Orono. by any person outside the premises where dog is - ADDIT[ONAL OFFENSES $100.00 $20.00 for 2 year license issued O1-01-15 through 12-31-16 kept; and - Plus additional charge for boarding fees. Add $2.00 postage and handling fee for processing by • Noise occurs repeatedly over at least a 5 minute Impound Location (763)684-1234 mail. period with 1 ininute or less lapse of time Crossroads Animal Shelter 3. SAME INFORMATION for each additional dog. 2800 10`�'Street SE between each barking, howling or baying noise YOUR VACCINA"f70N CHRT IFICATE AND DOG "I'AG Wl�L BE durin a 5 minute eriod. Buffalo,MN 55313 PROMPTLY RETURNF.0 BY MAIL. g p �0�� City of Orono , FOR CITY USE UNLY P.O.Box 66 I{,��!�p�,��y: 2750 Kelley Pazkway Crystal Bay,MN 55323 ��yp��; ..� (952)249-4600 y �" Recommends: A oval 13ectaiaf . � � j���sHo��' ORONO KENNEL LICENSE APPLICATION Effective January 1, to December 31, Owner: Property Address: (include city and zip) Mailing Address(if different): Phone: (home) (work) RESIDENTIAL KENNEL LICENSE FEE: $50.00 (payment must accompany application) DOGS Current#of dogs owned(over 6 months of age): Maximum#of dogs to be kept at one time(over 6 months of age): Breed(s): Purpose for dogs/cats: Dogs normally kept: inside outside Cats normally kept: inside outside CATS Current#of cats owned(over 6 months of age): Maximum#of cats to be kept at one time(over 6 months of age): COMMERCIAL Kennel License Fee: $150.00 (payment must accompany application) Name of Business: Business Activities: (example: boarding,breeding,veterinary care,retail,etc.) Normal Business Hours: After Hours Contact: (name) (phone) Dog runs/exercise areas are: inside outside both The undersigned hereby makes application to the Orono City Council for a Kennel License as specified on this form; the undersigned acknowledges that a kennel license is permissive only and does not grant any authority to violate any provision of any City Ordinance or other law or regulation;the undersigned hereby grants the City permission to inspect the premises prior to license approval and at any other reasonable time during the license duration; and the undersigned agrees to abide by the requirements of Municipal Code Chapter 62,Article III,Division 3; including any special conditions imposed by the City Council as part of any kennel license approval. Applicant Date KENNEL LICENSE APPLICATIONS Dogs and dog kennels are regulated by Chapter 62, Subdivision Division 2, Sec. 62-181-�2-186 of the Municipal Code of Ordinances. It is unlawful for any person to own,operate,use,maintain or allow to exist any kennel on any property without a license from the city in accordance with this subdivision. It is unlawful for any person to own,harbor,keep or house three or more dogs,or five or more cats,over six months of age on any one lot or property without a valid residential or commercial kennel license. All dogs kept in residential kennels must also be individually licensed by the City. Kennel licenses will not be granted unless the property is fenced or contains a proper kennel structure to prevent the dogs from running at large. Kennel structures (dog houses and/or fenced runs) must be located at least 10 feet from any abutting property line and must otherwise comply with all accessory structure zoning requirements. Kennel structures located within 30 feet of any neighboring property must be licensed even if used for only 1 or 2 dogs. Kennel licenses expire on December 3 l st of each year. Annual renewal applications are due on or before December 1 st of each year. Kennel licenses may be denied or revoked for cause including unsanitary facilities,keeping more dogs or cats than the license authorizes,keeping unlicensed dogs,allowing dogs/cats to run at large or other nuisance complaints. DEFINITIONS KENNEL COMMERCIAL. A place or premises where three or more dogs or five or more cats over six months of age aze kept or housed at any one time for commercial purposes including sale,boarding,breeding, grooming,training,or medical caze. KENNEL RESIDENTIAL. An accessory residential use or place where three or more dogs or five or more cats over six months of age are kept or housed for the sole noncommercial use,benefit or enjoyment of the properly owner or occupant.