Virginia § 3.2-6550 - Requirements for foster homes; penalty
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§ 3.2-6550. Requirements for foster homes; penalty
In addition to any other requirements of this chapter, foster homes shall be subject to the following:
1. No foster home shall be operated in violation of any local zoning ordinance; and
2. No private residential dwelling and its surrounding grounds that serves as a foster home shall keep more than 50 companion animals on site at one time.
Any foster home found in violation of this section may be subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $250.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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