37 - Zoning Laws And Their Impact On Your Animal Organization

Community Education Specialist Andie and Nonprofit Specialist Julia discuss zoning laws and their importance to animal sanctuary and rescue work! We’ve done a few podcast episodes about capacity variables, and zoning is often touched upon. While zoning may not be the first thing you think about in terms of capacity limits, it’s critical for you to understand the zoning laws governing your property’s land. Zoning can impact the number and type of residents you can have, how many buildings you can have and where you put them, whether or how you can hold large events, and many other factors! Listen on to learn more!

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This Episode’s Referenced Open Sanctuary Project Resources:

• Understanding Your Animal Sanctuary's Zoning Rights & Restrictions | The Open Sanctuary Project

• A Forever Home? Adoption Program Considerations For Animal Sanctuaries | The Open Sanctuary Project

• What Is A Land Survey And How Can It Help Your Animal Organization? | The Open Sanctuary Project

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