The city shall issue a permit for the keeping or maintenance of a dangerous animal or dangerous dog if, upon inspection, the ACD finds:
(1) That the dog or other animal is at all times kept or maintained in a safe manner and that it is at all times confined securely so that the keeping of such animal will not constitute a danger to human life or the property of others;
(2) That adequate safeguards are made to prevent the unauthorized access to such dog or animal by members of the public;
(3) That the health or well-being of the dog or animal is not in any way endangered by the manner of keeping or confinement;
(4) That the keeping of such dog or animal will not create or cause a nuisance and will not harm or disturb the peace and quiet of the surrounding neighborhood;
(5) That the keeping of such dog or animal will not create or cause offensive odors or constitute a nuisance;
(6) That the keeping of such dog or animal will not create or cause offensive odors or constitute a danger to public health or safety;
(7) That the quarters in which such dog or animal is kept or confined is adequately lighted and ventilated and is so constructed that they may be kept in a clean and sanitary condition; and
(8) That the applicant for such permit has established financial responsibility for damages up to and including the amount of $100,000.00 for bodily injury to or death of any persons or for damage to property owned by any other person which may result from the ownership, keeping or maintenance of such dog or animal as required under Texas Health and Safety Code § 822.042. Proof of such financial responsibility shall be maintained continuously so long as the animal is kept or maintained.
(Prior Code, § 3-27; Ord. of 9-29-1929; Ord. of 8-24-2010)