Any person who is actively engaged in the practice of massage in the City on the effective date of this Chapter and who has practiced such profession continuously for three years or more, or has served as an apprentice continuously for three years or more at any place within the state, or has a diploma from a recognized school of massage, as defined in Section 5.20.010, on the effective date of this Chapter, or who is eligible for membership in the American Massage and Therapy Association (also called A.M.T.A.) based upon his experience and qualifications shall be granted a permit as a massage technician without first complying with other requirements of this Chapter, except for physical conditions and adequacy of facilities, upon payment of the prescribed fee. Such person shall have one year from the effective date of this Chapter to so qualify.
(Ord. 3495, 4-24-75; Ord. 763, 3-02-1920)