From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.

com>
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2022 5:33 PM
To: Keedra Jackson
Cc: Animal Permitting; Charles Findlay; Lillian Lowe; Pamela Price
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

I hope you are doing well. We were wondering what the status of this change is or if you'd be able to provide an
estimated date of when it will be completed.

Thank you again for working with us on this!

Thanks,
Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Mar 7, 2022 at 1:29 PM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

The ordinance will be tailored to benefit your establishment.

I will keep you up to date.

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

ACTING DIRECTOR/SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

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City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Monday, March 7, 2022 3:17 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>; Lillian
Lowe <Lillian.Lowe@stonecrestga.gov>; Pamela Price <pprice@stonecrestga.gov>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

That's sad to hear that there has been confusion about SeaQuest being allowed to operate a petting zoo at this
location. Thank you for helping us to resolve this matter!

SeaQuest Stonecrest is only renting a portion of the building. Our leased area is 44,908 square feet total and the
aquarium exhibition area is 20,658 square feet.
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Please see the attached files:

1. "SeaQuest Stonecrest - Current Census 2022-03-07": list of all animals on site currently, generated from our
animal care program. Each animal is listed by scientific name and common name and the report includes the
exhibit each animal is located in.
2. "SeaQuest Stonecrest Main Plans Drawing Revision 2": floor plan that indicates all animal exhibits by the
animal's common name. The exhibit labelled "armadillo" is currently inhabited by a tortoise as we do not have
an armadillo at this time.

It's important to note that all our animals are kept for exhibition, entertainment, and educational purposes only. Our
livestock species are not kept for agricultural purposes; they are kept only as petting zoo animals, not for the
production of eggs, milk, meat, skin, or fur. If we were to acquire donkeys, horses, or alpacas, they too would be for
petting and feeding only, not for use as pack animals, riding, or other agricultural labor or use. In the same manner,
some of our other animals which are considered game species, such as largemouth bass, are kept only for exhibition,
petting, and feeding purposes---they are not produced for human consumption or pond stocking.

Please advise if you need any additional information.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Mar 7, 2022 at 8:45 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Hi Jessica,

We as a department have been discussing your project and proposals to bring in additional animals. It is our belief,
that you were permitted to operate at this location due to C-1 allows for “outdoor/indoor entertainment” use. As of
recent, the conversation to bring in animals such as cows, horses, other livestock and exotic animals is moving the
operation of this facility beyond the permissible use for this property.

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We are now looking at an ordinance to put in place. Your location is at the mall; therefore, the most recent request for
cows is gearing towards agriculture activities in a commercial intended area.

At this time, please do not add any additional animals to your establishment until we can conclude how we plan to
handle this matter.

I do need to know how many animals are on site now? What type of animals? Please provide a floor plan to show
where the animals are located and/or kept inside the building? What is the square footage of the total building and
each area for the animals?

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

ACTING DIRECTOR/SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

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From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 2, 2022 4:10 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

Sorry to bother you, but we are anxious to hear back regarding both our current animals and to know what
requirements we have to follow to get new livestock animals. As I mentioned previously, we've been working with
DNR to get all applicable permits for wildlife species, but we need to know if we have to follow the livestock
requirements specified in the city zoning ordinances.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Tue, Mar 1, 2022 at 2:15 PM Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com> wrote:

Hello Keedra,

We were originally hoping to get a cow soon, but are now concerned that you've said we have livestock in an area
where they're not allowed. We want to make sure we're not out of compliance with any requirements of any agency!
Do the building permits help show that we were allowed to have these animals? Please advise.

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Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Feb 28, 2022 at 1:29 PM Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com> wrote:

Hi Keedra,

I'm happy to hear you were able to find the building permits! Did those permits include any conditions that say we
can have exotic animals and livestock there, or are you still looking into that part of it?

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Feb 28, 2022 at 6:06 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Yes! I apologize for not updating you. Yes, we found building permits.

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Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Friday, February 25, 2022 12:33 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

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Have you heard anything from the building department?

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Feb 21, 2022 at 10:18 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

I am verifying with our building department.

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

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kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Monday, February 21, 2022 11:56 AM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

Ah, turnover is a bit of a pain sometimes! I'm not very familiar with things like building permits but we may have
documentation on our end. Please advise if there's anything we can look for and send you to help with this.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Mon, Feb 21, 2022 at 9:51 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Hi Jessica,

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I haven’t forgotten about you. I am doing some research on how your business came to be. Nothing in our code
permits this use in the C-1 zoning district, I don’t see where any building permits (electrical, plumbing, etc) were
ever pulled for your location. The only thing I am showing that was pulled is the business license.

Before I can say, yes to adding more animals, I need clarity from the personnel that were here before me. Most
of them have moved on. If I am not able to get the answers I need, I can look at putting legislation in place so
that you can continue to operate as a petting zoo/aquarium or we may look at a special land use permit.

I will update you soon.

Thank you

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

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From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 7:22 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

To clarify, by "move forward with your proposal" you mean us wanting to get a mini cow, mini donkey, or
alpaca? To go back to the original question that spurred this entire email chain, do we need to consider the per-
animal square footage requirements of Chapter 27 Sec. 4.2.7, subsections E and I? Or since we aren't zoned for
agricultural use do we not need to follow those limitations and can follow industry standards as we usually do?

Also are you asking that we contact your department about any new species we acquire, or only if there are
significant changes to our operations? We have 10 SeaQuest facilities across the US and I don't think we ever
communicate to the zoning department after they give us the initial approval that our zoo/aquarium business
can be conducted at the desired location.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Wed, Feb 16, 2022 at 11:56 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

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Hi Jessica,

I discussed the information you provided with my team and we feel it is okay to move forward with your
proposal. Although this is a no-brainer, we just the asked safety precautions are exercised, animals are
secured. You mentioned, the animals will be housed indoors during non-business hours.

Any changes or additions, please contact our office for advisement.

Thank you

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

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From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2022 4:49 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>; Charles Findlay <chuck.findlay@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

Thanks for adding that context. It definitely sounds like there's been some confusion somewhere!

I've added Chuck Findlay, our COO, to this email as he is looking into this on our end.

We have been working with the GA Department of Natural Resources and have exotic animal and native wild
animal permits for all species they regulate so no need to check into state laws. We can provide copies of our
permits on request, or we have been working with Wayne Hubbard of their Special Permits unit and you can
reach out to him if needed (wayne.hubbard@dnr.ga.gov, 770-918-6408).

We brand ourselves as a "petting zoo aquarium" and keep mammals, reptiles, birds, and invertebrates, along
with fish. I normally work on animal permitting only, not zoning, but was able to find a letter named "zoning
letter" in our files that states we can have wildlife and domestic animals at this location which I've attached to
this email.

I have also attached the tentative list of species we had planned for this location and had provided to DNR last
year while determining if we could build a SeaQuest at this location or not. I was under the impression this
same list was provided to Stonecrest City as well, but if so I was not on any of those emails.

I can get a list of the exact animals at our facility currently if necessary, but can assure you that we have many
protocols in place for the health and safety of our employees and the public and we are making sure to follow
all requirements of GA DNR, the GA Department of Agriculture, USFWS, and USDA (which we also hold a license
for exhibiting animals under the Animal Welfare Act).

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Jessica deJong
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On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 2:18 PM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Jessica,

I was told that the City allowed this as a temporary event due to an outdoor event your facility was having at
the time. It was not intended to be permanent. I was told the facility is under the use aquarium.

I will take a look at the business license to see what category you are under. The concerns we have is safety,
health concerns, and the specific types of animals that will be present. I will also look at State laws regarding
exotic animals and get back with you.

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

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Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Tuesday, February 15, 2022 4:08 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hi Keedra,

Thank you for looking into it, I will get this information to our leadership. That's very confusing, though, as my
understanding is that we had talked to the city and county prior to determining we would open a facility there,
and were advised we could keep both exotic and domestic animals.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Tue, Feb 15, 2022 at 12:58 PM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Hi Jessica,

I apologize for the late reply. I was not able to find the conditions that were placed on this development, but
per our code, your property is zoned C-1 and does not allow for keeping of livestock.

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Monday, February 14, 2022 6:20 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>

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Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello,

Sorry to bother about this, but we are wanting to get new animals soon if possible. Were you able to figure
anything out about if these livestock and chicken requirements apply to us?

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
Compliance Director, Husbandry Department
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On Fri, Feb 11, 2022 at 10:55 AM Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com> wrote:

Hello Keedra,

Were you able to find the conditions? Please let me know if there's any additional information you need
from us in order to look into this!

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Jessica deJong
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On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 12:35 PM Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com> wrote:

Hi Keedra,

Thank you for looking into this. We are also considering a mini cow, mini donkey, and/or alpaca.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 12:30 PM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Hi Jessica,

I could not find the conditions that were placed on this property. Allow me to look into one more
database and then I will be able to supply with you an answer today.

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PS. What other types of animals you will be adding?

Thank you

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2022 1:00 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

Were you able to look into the livestock requirements for SeaQuest Stonecrest in the Stonecrest Mall?

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Fri, Feb 4, 2022 at 12:26 PM Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com> wrote:

Thank you, I look forward to hearing from you!

If you have any questions or there's anything that would be easier to discuss on the phone, I wanted to
give you heads up that I am based out of Utah, which is 2 hours behind you. I'll be available 8a - 4p MT
(10a - 6p ET) on Tuesday and my phone number is in my signature and the original email.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
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On Fri, Feb 4, 2022 at 12:19 PM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

I will be back in the office on Tuesday. I will review the conditions attached to this property and then
answer your questions.

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

cell: 470.542.0057

main: 770.224.0200

kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

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From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>
Sent: Friday, February 4, 2022 2:09 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Re: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Keedra,

Thanks for the quick response!

We keep some livestock and chickens---the chickens are in an indoor-only exhibit and the livestock are
in a combined indoor-outdoor area, outdoor most of the time but brought in at night or if there's
inclement weather. At first we thought this section may not apply to us at all, as we are not an
agriculture facility and are not using the animals for agricultural purposes; we are a petting zoo
aquarium that has wildlife, exotic animals, and also some farm animals.

When first discussing the possibility of opening a SeaQuest aquarium at the Stonecrest Mall, we
provided the city with a list of the types of animals we typically keep at our facilities, including the
livestock animals, and it was not indicated to us that there were any restrictions on what we had
proposed. However, before we acquire any more animals, we want to verify for sure if this section does
apply to us or not, so we can ensure we are meeting all requirements necessary.

The specific sections in question are as follows:

 E.2. With animals kept indoors and indoor-outdoor, does the minimum lot size apply? Does the
restriction on number of animals apply to us?
 E.4. Does this maximum number of animals apply to us?
 E.6. The indoor area is within the mall building. If these restrictions apply to us, does that mean
our indoor area does not apply to the fenced area size?
 E.7. Would these housing space minimums apply to the indoor portion of our indoor-outdoor
area?
 E.8. We keep domestic pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus) of which pot-bellied pigs are one breed.
Does this breed restriction apply to us?
 I.1. We have our chickens in an indoor exhibit so they have no fenced yard area. Do we need to
provide them access to our outdoor area?
 I.6. Does this maximum number of chickens apply to us?
 I.7. If we have the chickens indoor only, does this coop space requirement apply?

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On Fri, Feb 4, 2022 at 11:23 AM Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov> wrote:

Hello Jessica,

Your property is zoned C-1 and has a zoning condition, CZ-83166, attached to it. I will need to pull that
file the next time I am in the office to see what the conditions are. However, Section 4.2.7 (E and I)
speak to Agriculture and forestry land uses. Is there a specific question you have regarding these two
sections?

Keedra T. Jackson, MPA

SENIOR PLANNER

PLANNING & ZONING

City of Stonecrest

3120 Stonecrest Blvd, STE 190

Stonecrest, GA 30038

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kjackson@stonecrestga.gov

www.stonecrestga.gov

From: Jessica deJong <Jessica.DeJong@visitseaquest.com>

Sent: Friday, February 4, 2022 12:55 PM
To: Keedra Jackson <kjackson@stonecrestga.gov>
Cc: Animal Permitting <animalpermits@visitseaquest.com>
Subject: Zoning Inquiry -- Livestock and Poultry at SeaQuest Petting Zoo Aquarium

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Hello Stonecrest Planning,

I am reaching out on behalf of SeaQuest Stonecrest petting zoo aquarium located at 8020 Mall Pkwy
#1000 in the Stonecrest Mall.

We have some questions about Stonecrest City Ordinances Chapter 27 Sec. 4.2.7, subsections E and I,
including which stipulations would apply at our petting zoo aquarium facility.

Please let me know if you would have time to discuss on the phone---you can call me any time at 801-
529-0360. If there is a different department or individual I should be speaking with, please help point
me in the right direction.

Thank you in advance.

Thanks,

Jessica deJong
Compliance Director, Husbandry Department
www.visitseaquest.com | 801.529.0360
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