(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of operating a tattoo and/or body piercing establishment without first obtaining a license to engage in such business in accordance with the provisions hereof.
(b) An application for a license shall be accompanied by a fee in the amount of two hundred dollars ($200.00). Any change of ownership shall require a new application and license, with payment of fees therefor.
(c) The license fee for engaging in the business of operating a tattoo and/or body piercing establishment within the City of Brooklyn shall be two hundred dollars ($200.00) per year. Said license shall expire on December 31st of each calendar year, and the fee for licensing shall not be prorated.
(d) A tattoo and/or body piercing establishment will not be considered a Home Occupation and shall be limited to a G-B General Business District.
(e) A copy of valid Cuyahoga County Department of Health tattoo and/or body piercing license is required prior to issuance of City of Brooklyn tattoo and/or body piercing license.
(Ord. 2000-29. Passed 5-22-00.)