(A) A franchisee shall certify in writing to the city on February 1 and August 1 of each year that, based upon internal due diligence by the franchisee and to the best of the franchisee's knowledge, it is in substantial compliance with the consumer protection standards set forth in this subchapter. At the request of the city, the franchisee shall submit such documentation as may be required to demonstrate the franchisee's compliance with this subchapter. This documentation shall be submitted within 30 days of the franchisee's receipt of the city's request.
(B) If the franchisee does not comply with this section, the franchisee shall have 30 days to cure such violation from the day the franchisee receives notice of such violation. If the franchisee has not cured the violation within 30 days from such notice, the city shall fine a franchisee for violation of this section $500 per day for each day that the violation continues. The fines shall begin to accrue on the first business day after the 30 day cure period has terminated.
(Ord. 1406, passed 5-15-02)