Richmond Hill By-law 22-25, s. 3 — In determining whether to permit a Person to continue to Keep an Animal not listed in Schedule "A", the Director will consider the following criteria

In determining whether to permit a Person to continue to Keep an Animal not listed in Schedule "A", the Director will consider the following criteria:

• a) the Animal's welfare is not compromised when Kept within a Dwelling Unit;
• b) the Animal does not cause a nuisance such as but not limited to noise, smell, and potential for Property damage;
• c) the Animal is not a threat to public safety or the natural environment;
• d) the Animal's specific physiological and behavioral needs can be met; and
• e) any other relevant criteria identified by the Director.