Board of Zoning Appeals Agenda May 26, 2026

The Carroll County Board of Zoning Appeals held a meeting on May 26, 2026, to consider a conditional use application for a commercial kennel housing more than 10 dogs at 6270 Davis Road, Woodbine, Maryland. The applicant requested several variances, including distance and driveway width variances, to accommodate the kennel on a 21-acre conservation-zoned property. Extensive testimony was provided by the applicant and opponents, focusing on potential impacts such as noise, traffic, environmental concerns, and property values. The applicant detailed operational plans, including sound mitigation measures, dog walking schedules, and waste management. A traffic study was referenced but not presented during the meeting. Expert testimony on site design and surveying was also given. The board discussed the unique site features, zoning compliance, and the adequacy of the existing narrow driveway and road access. The meeting was adjourned with plans to continue on June 26, 2026, to address remaining issues, including traffic concerns.