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BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA CODE OF ORDINANCES
ADOPTING ORDINANCE
PART I CITY CHARTER
PART II CITY CODE
CHAPTER 1: INTERPRETATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF THE CITY CODE
CHAPTER 2: ADMINISTRATION
CHAPTER 3: ELECTIONS
CHAPTER 4: TAXES
CHAPTER 5: PUBLIC FACILITIES AND PROPERTY
CHAPTER 6: FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
CHAPTER 7: EMERGENCY PLANNING AND OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 8: TRAFFIC, VEHICLES AND PARKING
CHAPTER 9: HOUSING OPPORTUNITY AND PRESERVATION
CHAPTER 10: ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
CHAPTER 11: WATER, WASTEWATER, SOLID WASTE AND REFUSE UTILITY SERVICES
CHAPTER 12: PUBLIC PEACE AND SAFETY
CHAPTER 13: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL
CHAPTER 14: LICENSES AND PERMITS
ARTICLE I: GENERAL PROVISIONS
ARTICLE II: PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
ARTICLE III: ANIMAL LICENSES
ARTICLE IV: BUSINESS LICENSES AND REGULATIONS
ARTICLE V. FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, LODGING ESTABLISHMENT AND PUBLIC POOL REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VI: TIME-OF-SALE HOUSING EVALUATIONS AND MANUFACTURED HOME PARK REGULATIONS
ARTICLE VII: SIGN PERMITS AND LICENSES
ARTICLE VIII: RENTAL HOUSING CODE
ARTICLE IX. FARMERS MARKETS
ARTICLE X: ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
CHAPTER 15: BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES
CHAPTER 16: STORM WATER MANAGEMENT, STORM UTILITY, AND WETLANDS
CHAPTER 17: STREETS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY
CHAPTER 18: TREES
CHAPTER 19: RESERVED
CHAPTER 20: FRANCHISES
CHAPTER 21: ZONING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER 22: SUBDIVISION AND PLATTING
CHAPTER 23: LABOR
APPENDIX A: ADMINISTRATIVE RELIEF AND FEE SCHEDULE
APPENDIX B: FEES AND SERVICE CHARGES SCHEDULE (ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION)
APPENDIX C: FINE SCHEDULE (ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION)
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§ 14.240 LICENSE APPLICATION.
   Every application for a license under this Division I shall be made by a form supplied by the pursuant to § 14.04 of this code.
(1958 Code, § 150.02) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 71-80, passed 10-18-1971; Ord. 72-49, passed 10-16-1972; Ord. 74-117, passed 11-18-1974; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 76-59, passed 12-6-1976; Ord. 80-53, passed 12-8-1980; Ord. 81-20, passed 5-18-1981; Ord. 90-13, passed 3-26-1990; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995)
§ 14.241 LICENSE FEE.
   The license fee for shall be as set forth in City Code Appendix A.
(1958 Code, § 150.03) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 80-55, passed 12-15-1980; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995; Ord. 2021-39, passed 11-29-2021)
§ 14.242 LICENSE APPLICATION VERIFICATION AND CONSIDERATION.
   (a)   Verification. Applications for licenses under this Division I shall be submitted to the . The is empowered to conduct any and all investigations to verify the information on the application, including ordering a computerized criminal history inquiry and/or a driver’s license history inquiry on the applicant.
   (b)   Consideration. Within a reasonable period of time after the completion of the license verification process by the , the shall accept or deny the license application in accordance with this Division I. If the application is denied, the shall notify the applicant of the determination in writing. The notice shall be mailed by regular mail to the applicant at the address provided in the application and it shall inform the applicant of the applicant’s right, within 20 days after receipt of the notice by the applicant to request an appeal of the determination to the City Council. If an appeal to the City Council is timely received by the , the hearing before the City Council shall take place within a reasonable period of receipt of the appeal by the .
(1958 Code, § 150.04) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 80-55, passed 12-15-1980; Ord. 87-77, passed 10-16-1987; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995; Ord. 98-7, passed 3-2-1998; Ord. 2008-15, passed 5-5-2008)
§ 14.243 PERSONS INELIGIBLE FOR LICENSE.
   No license under this Division I shall be issued to an applicant if such applicant:
   (1)   Is not 18 years of age or older at the time the application is submitted to the ;
   (2)   Has been convicted of any crime directly related to the occupation licensed as prescribed by M.S. § 364.03, subd. 2, as it may be amended from time to time, and has not shown competent evidence of sufficient rehabilitation and present fitness to perform the duties of the licensed occupation as prescribed by M.S. § 364.03, subd. 3, as it may be amended from time to time;
   (3)   Is not a citizen of the United States, a resident alien or does not have the legal authority to be employed in the United States;
   (4)   Is not of good moral character or repute;
   (5)   Is not 18 years of age or older on the date the license application is submitted to the ;
   (6)   Owes taxes or assessments to the state, county, school district or city that are due and delinquent; or
   (7)   Has knowingly falsified or misrepresented information on the license application.
(1958 Code, § 150.05) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 84-30, passed 6-25-1984; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995)
§ 14.244 LOCATIONS INELIGIBLE FOR LICENSE.
   The following locations shall be ineligible for a license under this Division I.
   (a)   Taxes due on property. No license shall be granted or renewed for operation on any property on which taxes, assessments or other financial claims of the state, county, school district or city are past due, delinquent or unpaid. In the event a suit has been commenced under M.S. §§ 278.01 through 278.13, as they may be amended from time to time, questioning the amount or validity of taxes, the City Council may, upon application, waive strict compliance with this provision; no waiver may be granted, however, for taxes or any portion thereof which remain unpaid for a period exceeding one year beyond becoming due.
   (b)   Improper zoning. No license shall be granted if the property is not properly zoned for self-service laundries, launderettes and laundromats under Chapter 21 of this code unless the business is a legal nonconforming use.
(1958 Code, § 150.060) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 80-55, passed 12-15-1980; Ord. 90-13, passed 3-26-1990; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995; Ord. 2007-17, passed 4-9-2007; Ord. 2010-1, passed 1-4-2010; Ord. 2024-28, passed 11-18-2024)
§ 14.245 LICENSE RESTRICTIONS.
   All commercial and noncommercial shall meet the following requirements.
   (a)   Water supply. An adequate water supply shall be provided by the licensee from the municipal water system. The water service pipe extending from the water main to the water meter and internal water supply system shall be sufficient to provide a normal supply of water for a minimum of two-thirds of the washing machines at any one period.
   (b)   Sewage disposal. Sewage shall be disposed of in a city sanitary sewage system. The drainage system shall be constructed in accordance with the provisions of this code.
   (c)   Lighting. Lighting on the working surfaces and throughout the operating area of the establishment shall be a minimum of 30 footcandles. If the establishment is to be open to the public during the hours of darkness, artificial lighting shall be provided.
   (d)   Ventilation and gas piping. Ventilation shall be in accordance with the provisions of this code with a minimum temperature of 65°F at a point five feet from the floor level, and there shall be at least four complete changes of fresh air per hour. All heating equipment shall be provided with sufficient fresh air to maintain proper combustion. Carbon monoxide and other injurious gases shall not be allowed to accumulate. Heating, ventilating, gas and electrical controls shall be enclosed in such a manner as to be inaccessible to patrons. All installations shall be in accordance with the provisions and standards prescribed by this code.
   (e)   Walls, ceilings and floors. The walls, ceilings and floors of such an establishment shall be constructed of materials which may be easily cleaned. The finish of the floor shall be of such a type as to prevent slipping and shall be sloped at least one-fourth-inch per lineal foot to facilitate the drainage of water. There shall be at least one floor drain for each 400 square feet of floor space. Floor drains shall be provided in all rooms housing water heating and treatment equipment.
   (f)   Plenum chambers. Plenum chambers shall be constructed as follows.
      (1)   No combustible material shall be permitted within 18 inches of top and sides of dryers. Wallboards with paper surfaces shall be considered to be combustible.
      (2)   The inside surfaces of walls and ceilings forming plenum chamber shall be covered with material having a one hour fire resistance rating when combustible framing members are used.
      (3)   An unobstructed space of at least 24 inches at the rear of each dryer to permit servicing and maintenance shall be provided.
      (4)   The floor in the plenum chamber shall be covered with 26 gauge (minimum) galvanized sheet metal over asbestos paper, unless floor is of Type I construction as defined in the Building Code.
      (5)   Ventilation shall be provided and plans therefor shall be submitted to the Building and Inspection Division and subject to the approval of the said division.
      (6)   Walls and ceiling, where there is occupancy overhead, shall be constructed so that they have a one hour fire resistance rating.
   (g)   Aisles. The minimum aisle width shall be four feet.
   (h)   Service areas. Service areas or crawl spaces for the servicing of equipment shall be a minimum of 24 inches.
   (i)   Cleanliness. All washers, spin dryers and other equipment shall be kept clean. The exterior and interior of the establishment shall be kept clean and free of accumulations of refuse, debris and discarded materials.
   (j)   Safety switches. Each piece of equipment installed in the establishment shall be designed in such a manner as to prevent harm to the user during any of the operating cycles and shall be equipped with shut-off switches which shall operate when doors or covers are opened.
   (k)   Refuse storage. Refuse containers shall be provided in sufficient number to store the refuse which accumulates on the premises.
   (l)   Number of work tables. Work tables shall be provided and shall be a minimum of 32 inches from the floor. The surface of such tables shall be of a type which is easily cleaned and shall be smoothly surfaced.
   (m)   Display of license. The licensee shall cause the license to be displayed in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.
(1958 Code, § 150.07) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; Ord. 87-77, passed 10-16-1987; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995; Ord. 2001-46, passed 11-19-2001)
§ 14.246 ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS.
   In addition to the above requirements, all commercial establishments shall comply with the following.
   (a)   Partitions. All partitions within the establishment shall be extended from floor to ceiling. All doorways shall have doors so that the doorway can be completely closed.
   (b)   Building fronts. The section of the building wall constituting the front of the building shall be at least three-fourths plate glass with a maximum wall height above the exterior sidewalk level of two feet. The window area shall be such that easy visual inspection may be made of the interior of the establishment at any time.
   (c)   Egress. There shall be at least two means of egress provided and fitted with outward-opening doors of a minimum width of three feet.
   (d)   Lost and found. Lost and found articles shall not be allowed to accumulate for a period in excess of 30 days.
   (e)   Telephone. Each establishment shall be provided with a pay telephone and a list of emergency telephone numbers posted adjacent thereto. Included in the list of numbers shall be those of the Police Department, Fire Department and those of all owners or operators of the equipment contained in such establishment.
   (f)   Access. Patrons shall not be permitted access to rooms except those wherein equipment is furnished for their use.
   (g)   Parking. Minimum number of automobile parking spaces shall be provided on the premises as required by Chapter 21 of this code. Parking areas must meet the performance standards set out in § 21.301.07 of this code.
   (h)   Other services. No other services shall be rendered in this establishment which are not related to the laundering of clothing unless there is a physical partition separating the two service areas and each service meets all applicable licensing requirements, restrictions and performance standards imposed by federal, state and local law.
(1958 Code, § 150.08) (Ord. 170, passed 12-4-1951; Ord. 75-3, passed 1-13-1975; recodified by Ord. 95-13, passed 8-7-1995; Ord. 2001-46, passed 11-19-2001; Ord. 2010-1, passed 1-4-2010; Ord. 2015-15, passed 5-18-2015; Ord. 2016-6, passed 4-18-2016)
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