618.18 MAXIMUM NUMBER OF DOGS PERMITTED.

   (a)   Not more than two dogs, except puppies not over three months old, may be kept in any single-family dwelling within the City. “Dwelling,” as used in this section, includes the lot or parcel of land on which the dwelling is located and all out-buildings located on the lot or parcel.

   (b)   Any person requesting to increase the maximum number of dogs permitted shall be subject to a one time fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). An applicant shall file an application with the Police Department. Said application must provide information regarding age, description, breed, name of dog(s), current dog licenses and/or rabies tags. Veterinarian information and emergency numbers shall also be required, inspection of the property will need to be made by the Animal Control Officer before a permit may be issued. Random inspections will also be allowed by the applicant. Any person who either does not maintain control of the dogs, meet standards of animal care, or has dog-related complaints against them may not be renewed. When inspecting property, the Animal Control Officer will inspect for proper care and standards of animal care, licensing, rabies inoculations and nuisance conditions. (Ord. 1999-17. Passed 5-11-99.)