ARTICLE II. PERMITS.

7.24.030 Pet shop and kennel permit; required.

   Any person, firm, or corporation proposing to operate a pet shop or kennel shall first apply to Animal Services for a permit for such activity. A pet shop or kennel permit shall be granted only after Animal Services or designee has determined:

   A.   The pet shop or kennel meets the standards set forth in California Health and Safety Codes §§ 122350 et seq., is not in violation of Penal Code § 597, and meets the requirements set forth in § 7.24.110 ("Standard of Care Guidelines in Maintaining Pet Shop and Kennel") under this chapter;

   B.   The location of the pet shop or kennel is a permitted use under applicable city zoning laws and regulations, or the required zoning permits have been obtained, including, but not limited to, a variance and/or a conditional use permit; and

   C.   Has paid and/or is up to date with the current year's pet shop permit fee. The permit fee for a pet store shall be purchased annually and shall be due on January 2nd of each year.

(Ord. 2574 §1)

7.24.040 Pet shop and kennel permit; operation without.

   It shall be unlawful to operate a pet shop or kennel governed by the terms of this Chapter without a valid permit as provided herein.

(Ord. 2574 §1)

7.24.050 Permit fees generally.

   The amount of any charge, fee and penalty relating to Animal Services shall be set by the City Council by resolution.

(Ord. 2574 §1)

7.24.060 Permits not transferable.

   No pet shop or kennel permit issued pursuant to this chapter is transferable and only covers the premises designated and the person to whom the permit was originally issued.

(Ord. 2574 §1)

7.24.070 Permits lost or destroyed.

   If any pet shop or kennel permit is lost or destroyed, a new pet shop or kennel license shall be procured within ten (10) days from the Manager upon the payment of the fee established by resolution of the City Council.

(Ord. 2574 §1)