It is deemed necessary in order to promote good order and safety of the City of Goldsboro and its residents that owners of rooming and boarding businesses be licensed. A system of licensing will:
(A) Reduce the likelihood that these residential housing accommodations will become public nuisances in violation of G.S. § 19-1(b).
(B) Promote responsible management of these housing accommodations.
(C) Assist in providing a safe habitat for residents and neighbors of these facilities.
(D) Safeguard property values.
(Ord. 2007-25, passed 3-19-07)