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Alachua County approved a $30M plan to build a new animal shelter on UF land, replacing the 1987 facility.
Alachua County commissioners approved a 3-1 vote on January 27, 2026, to build a new animal shelter on 12 acres of University of Florida land near Old Archer Road, replacing the outdated 1987 facility.
The $1 million, 30-year sublease will allow construction of a shelter with about 300 dog kennels, foster housing, and outdoor play areas.
The move aims to improve access for student volunteers and boost adoptions, with the county retaining civil enforcement and the sheriff’s office handling criminal animal cases.
The project, funded with $30 million, follows years of planning and a 2021 needs assessment.
Commissioners will revisit funding for renovations at the current shelter in April, while applications remain open for a permanent director and veterinarian.
El condado de Alachua aprobó un plan de $30 millones para construir un nuevo refugio para animales en la tierra de UF, reemplazando la instalación de 1987.