(a) A person seeking approval to operate a business that offers tattooing or body piercing services shall apply to the North Royalton Building Commissioner on forms prescribed and provided. The applicant shall submit all information to the North Royalton Building Commissioner who shall process the application. The applicant shall include the fee as established with the application.
(b) To receive approval to offer tattooing or body piercing services, a business must demonstrate to the North Royalton Building Commissioner the ability to meet the requirements established by this chapter and the rules adopted under the Ohio Revised Code for safe performance of the tattooing or body piercing procedures, training of the individuals who perform the procedures, and maintenance of records.
(c) If the North Royalton Building Commissioner determines that following an inspection conducted under section 876.04 of the North Royalton Ordinances, that a business meets the requirements for approval, the North Royalton Building Commissioner shall approve the business. Approval remains valid for one year, unless earlier suspended or revoked under this chapter. Application for renewal of permits must be filed no less than one month prior to termination of an existing permit. Permits are not transferable.
(Ord. 99-103. Passed 6-15-99.)