On application signed by the owner, on such a form as shall be provided by the City, wherein the owner shall certify that his loft(s) comply with applicable building and zoning codes, and upon payment of a fee as set by the Mayor and Common Council, a permit shall be issued to the owner, which shall remain in full force and effect unless suspended or revoked, or unless the use of the loft be discontinued for a period of one year. A condition of the permit shall be that the Animal Control Officer shall be granted permission to inspect any property or loft at any reasonable time for the purpose of investigating either an actual or suspected violation or to ascertain compliance or noncompliance with this Chapter. The Animal Control Officer may report violators to any local or nationally recognized pigeon club for the purposes of educating and assisting any owner who is in violation of this Chapter.