The keeping of exotic animals, as defined in section 6-1-19, "Definitions", of this title, shall be permitted only in the A and RS zone districts, subject to the following regulations:
(A) Veterinarian Statement; Notice Description: Prior to giving notice in accordance with the provisions of section 6-2-15, "Public Hearing And Notification Procedures", of this title, the reviewing authority shall request that the county veterinarian submit a statement regarding the particular animal's mature behavior and personality characteristics. Notice given to adjacent property owners shall include a description of the type of animal and its behavioral characteristics.
(B) Required Evidence: Any action to approve a request for keeping an exotic animal shall not be effective until written evidence is received by the planning director that:
1. The applicant has applied for and obtained a permit from the public health department.
2. The applicant has applied for and obtained a permit from the state department of fish and game, if required.
(C) Conditions: Any action to approve a request for an exotic animal shall include the following conditions in addition to any conditions deemed appropriate by the reviewing authority:
1. The keeping of the animal must comply with the provisions of this title, and any other applicable city code, including setbacks from property lines and other dwellings.
2. The keeping of the animal must comply with all applicable federal and state requirements.
3. No more than two (2) exotic animals over the age of six (6) months may be kept, unless a conditional use permit for a menagerie or zoo has been approved by the city. (Ord. 768-08, 8-19-2008)