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Council adopts first‑reading amendments to city animal code to limit pet‑store housing of adoptable animals
City Council of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida · January 9, 2026
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Summary
On first reading the council approved Ordinance 4‑2026 to clarify that pet stores may host adoption events but may not house animals overnight, impose permit rules and a cap on adoption fees; staff will review whether the suggested $300 cap should be updated.
Palm Beach Gardens — The City Council approved Ordinance 4‑2026 on first reading to tighten rules governing pet‑store adoption events and close a loophole that allowed animals to be housed overnight inside retail stores.
City Attorney Max Lohman explained the ordinance updates are…
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