(A) Homes which are operated without a charge being made for the care of residents shall be exempt from payment of the license fee required by § 115.18. An application for a license for such a home shall be accompanied by an affidavit stating that no charge is made for the care of residents.
(B) After investigation by the Health Department and upon the recommendation of the Department, any home that is not operated for gain, but where a charge is made for the care of residents, shall be exempt from payment of the license fee by a specific ordinance of Council. The period of the exemption shall be set forth in the exempting ordinance.
(2000 Code, § 5.40.050)