(A) Pyrotechnic displays of display fireworks in the unincorporated areas of the county shall be permitted upon compliance with the following conditions.
(1) All persons shall file an application for a pyrotechnic display permit at least 15 days in advance of the date of the pyrotechnic display.
(2) The application for a pyrotechnic display permit shall contain identifying information for the person sponsoring the display, the exact location of the display, the exact date and time of the display, and identifying information for the individual who is the licensed lead pyrotechnic operator supervising the display.
(3) The application shall be accompanied by a certificate of insurance from an insurance company licensed to do business in the state evidencing a minimum of $1,000,000 in liability coverage.
(4) The application shall also be accompanied by a current and valid copy of the lead pyrotechnic operator’s license.
(5) The application shall also be accompanied by a written approval letter or permit issued by the Chief of the Fire Department providing fire protection coverage to the area of the display, or his or her designee, in accordance with state law.
(6) After the permit has been granted, the possession, use and display of display fireworks shall be lawful for that purpose only. No permit granted hereunder shall be transferable.
(7) No permit shall be required for supervised displays of state or county fair associations.
(8) Applicant shall pay a fee in the amount of $25 plus a Clerk’s fee in the amount of $20 to the County Clerk.
(B) Provided that the application requirements have been met by the applicant, a pyrotechnic fireworks display permit shall be issued by the County Clerk.
(Ord. passed 5-8-2007)