Animal Ordinances in Sumner County, TN (2026)

1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Sumner County, Tennessee.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Sumner County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

Veterinary Clinic Zoning

In unincorporated Sumner County, veterinary clinics and animal care facilities need at least 2 acres of land, with 5 acres required once the use includes an indoor or outdoor kennel. Buildings, kennels and outdoor exercise areas must sit at least 100 feet off every property line, and the county only allows the use by special exception with Site Plan approval.

Sumner County Veterinary & Animal Care Zoning

Significant Restrictions

Sumner County Zoning Resolution, Ch. 11, Sec. 1103.G.4

4. Special Conditions for Animal Care and Veterinarian Services a. There shall be a minimum lot size of 2 acres. Any uses proposing an indoor or outdoor kennel area shall have a minimum lot size of 5 acres. b. Site Plan approval shall be required as set forth in this Chapter. c. All buildings, structures, kennels, outdoor animal exercise areas and other areas utilized pursuant to this use must ...

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Animal Ordinances by City in Sumner County

1 cities in Sumner County have their own animal ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.

HendersonvillePop. 61,753

9 verified rules • Beekeeping, Bird Protection

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