Knoxville, TN Animal Ordinances: Veterinary Clinic Zoning (2026)

1.Such facilities may only board animals over the age of six months if the Animal Control Board approves a kennel, boarding facility, pet shop, or pet dealer permit. Boarding facilities must provide certification of compliance with Chapter 18, Noise; Section 18-3, Standards, from the City of Knoxville Code of Ordinances.2.Exterior exercise areas are prohibited in the O District. Animal care facilities must locate exterior exercise areas to the side or rear of the building. In the C-N Districts, any exterior exercise area that abuts a residential district requires a Class A buffer yard per Section 12.8.3.Exterior exercise areas must provide covered areas over a minimum of 30% of the exterior area to provide shelter against sun/heat and weather. A fence a minimum of six feet and a maximum of eight feet in height is required for all exterior exercise areas.4.Animal care facilities must locate all overnight boarding facilities indoors. Outdoor boarding facilities for kennels and animal breeders are permitted but must be designed to provide shelter against sun/heat and weather.5.All animal quarters and exterior exercise areas must be kept in a clean, dry, and sanitary condition.B.Bed and Breakfast1.A bed and breakfast must be operated in the principal building on the lot and not in accessory structures.2.A bed and breakfast must be operated by an owner who also resides on the property.3.The number of guest rooms allowed is based on the following square footage requirements: