Council amends city code to allow up to four animals per dwelling

The Virginia City Council voted on July 22 to amend city code chapters governing kennels and animal licensing to permit up to four animals per residential dwelling. The change was approved after a motion by Councilor Johnson and a second; the council adopted the amendment by voice vote. Councilors did not record extended debate on the council floor during the recorded action; the change was presented as an ordinance amendment that had been discussed previously in committee. The amendment updates chapter 6 and chapter 10 of the city code to adjust licensing rules and maximum allowed animals per residence. The ordinance amendment moves to the codified city code and staff will update licensing materials and application forms to reflect the new maximum of four animals.