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Municipal Code

The City of Concord adopted a reorganized and republished municipal code effective August 22, 2002. A printed version of the Municipal Code is available at the Concord Library, 2900 Salvio Street.

Chapters (some chapter numbers are reserved for future use)
1, 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, 22, 26, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 70, 74, 78, 82, 86, 90, 94, 98, 102, 106, 110, 114, 118, 122

,Chapter 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS ,top

• Sec. 1-1. Short title; reference to Code.
• Sec. 1-2. Authority.
• Sec. 1-3. Effective date of Code.
• Sec. 1-4. Effect of recodification on past actions and obligations.
• Sec. 1-5. Reference to specific ordinances.
• Sec. 1-6. Validity of Code; severability.
• Sec. 1-7. Repeal of conflicting ordinances.
• Sec. 1-8. Maintenance of Code.
• Sec. 1-9. Construction of provisions generally.
• Sec. 1-10. Definitions and rules of construction.
• Sec. 1-11. Effect of headings.
• Sec. 1-12. Territorial applicability of Code.
• Sec. 1-13. Causing, permitting or concealing violation.
• Sec. 1-14. Acts by deputy.
• Sec. 1-15. Written materials.
• Sec. 1-16. References to Code and ordinances apply to amendments.
• Sec. 1-17. Service of notices.
• Sec. 1-18. Proof of notice.
• Sec. 1-19. Failure to receive notice.
• Sec. 1-20. Violation of Code.
• Sec. 1-21. Enforcement remedies; continuing violations.
• Sec. 1-22. Penalty for infractions.
• Sec. 1-23. Penalty for misdemeanors.
• Sec. 1-24. Adoption of county animal control ordinance.
• Sec. 1-25. Adoption of county approved water supply systems ordinance.

Chapter 2 ADMINISTRATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CITY COUNCIL

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-31. Time and place of regular meetings.
• Sec. 2-32. Notice of special meetings.

DIVISION 2. APPEALS TO CITY COUNCIL

• Sec. 2-51. General.
• Sec. 2-52. Appeal where public notice required.
• Sec. 2-53. Appeal where public notice not required.
• Sec. 2-54. Form of notice.
• Sec. 2-55. Procedure.
• Sec. 2-56. Prejudicial error.
• Sec. 2-57. Right of Councilmembers and City Manager to request review.

ARTICLE III. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-81. Collecting money.

DIVISION 2. COMPENSATION

• Sec. 2-101. City Clerk.
• Sec. 2-102. City Treasurer.
• Sec. 2-103. Councilmembers.
• Sec. 2-104. Appointive officers.
• Sec. 2-105. Manner of payment.

DIVISION 3. BONDS

• Sec. 2-121. City Clerk.
• Sec. 2-122. Treasurer.
• Sec. 2-123. City Manager.
• Sec. 2-124. Chief of Police.
• Sec. 2-125. Bonds to be filed with Clerk.
• Sec. 2-126. Council may provide for additional bonds.

DIVISION 4. CITY MANAGER

• Sec. 2-141. Appointment; qualifications; removal.
• Sec. 2-142. General authority.
• Sec. 2-143. Duties.

DIVISION 5. CITY ENGINEER

• Sec. 2-161. City Engineer to act as Superintendent of Streets..Sec. 2-162. Delegation of duties.

ARTICLE IV. DEPARTMENTS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

• Sec. 2-221. Established.
• Sec. 2-222. Duties and responsibilities.
• Sec. 2-223. Departmental reports.
• Sec. 2-224. Additional duties.
• Sec. 2-225. Director of Finance.
• Sec. 2-226. Financial and accounting duties of City Clerk transferred.
• Sec. 2-227. Deputy Directors of Finance.

ARTICLE V. BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-271. Appointment of alternates.

DIVISION 2. BOARD OF APPEALS

• Sec. 2-291. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-292. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-293. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-294. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-295. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-296. Powers and responsibilities.
• Sec. 2-297. Limitation on responsibilities.

DIVISION 3. COMMISSION ON AGING

• Sec. 2-321. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-322. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-323. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-324. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-325. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-326. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 4. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-351. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-352. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-353. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-354. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-355. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-356. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 5. HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-381. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-382. Statement of policy.
• Sec. 2-383. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-384. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-385. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-386. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-387. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 6. PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-411. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-412. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-413. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-414. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-415. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 7. PERSONNEL BOARD

• Sec. 2-441. Established.
• Sec. 2-442. Membership; vacancies; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-443. Qualifications of members; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-444. Duties and powers.

DIVISION 8. PLANNING COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-471. Membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-472. Terms of members.
• Sec. 2-473. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-474. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-475. Powers and responsibilities.

ARTICLE VI. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

• Sec. 2-571. Findings.
• Sec. 2-572. Designation of Council.
• Sec. 2-573. Name.

ARTICLE VII. FINANCE

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-591. Special gas tax street improvement fund.
• Sec. 2-592. State motor vehicle license fee fund.

DIVISION 2. DEMANDS AGAINST CITY TREASURY

• Sec. 2-611. Authority.
• Sec. 2-612. Claimes Required.
• Sec. 2-613. Form of Claims.
• Sec. 2-614. Claim prerequisite to suit.
• Sec. 2-615. Suit.

ARTICLE VIII. PURCHASING

• Sec. 2-641. Purpose of article.
• Sec. 2-642. Definitions.
• Sec. 2-643. Purchasing authority.
• Sec. 2-644. General policy; emergency purchases.
• Sec. 2-645. Bidding regulations for purchases over $10,000.00 that are not public projects.
• Sec. 2-646. Waiver of bidding regulations.

Chapters 3--5 RESERVED

Chapter 6 AMUSEMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENTS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. BILLIARD ROOMS

• Sec. 6-31. Closing time.

ARTICLE III. BINGO GAMES

• Sec. 6-51. Definition.
• Sec. 6-52. Organizations eligible to conduct bingo games.
• Sec. 6-53. Filing of certificate.
• Sec. 6-54. License fee; issuance of license.
• Sec. 6-55. Penalties.
• Sec. 6-56. Minors.
• Sec. 6-57. Location of bingo games.
• Sec. 6-58. Games to be open to public.
• Sec. 6-59. Staffing.
• Sec. 6-60. Financial interest.
• Sec. 6-61. Use of profits.
• Sec. 6-62. Participants to be personally present at game.
• Sec. 6-63. Prizes.
• Sec. 6-64. Posting of license; right of entry of police officers.

ARTICLE IV. BLOCK PARTIES

• Sec. 6-91. Findings.
• Sec. 6-92. Permit required for closing street.
• Sec. 6-93. Filing and contents of application for permit.
• Sec. 6-94. Action on application for permit.
• Sec. 6-95. Denial or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-96. Contents of permit; posting of permit.
• Sec. 6-97. Officials to be notified.
• Sec. 6-98. Costs incurred by applicant.
• Sec. 6-99. Exemption from prohibitions regarding obstructions in streets.
• Sec. 6-100. Appeal.
• Sec. 6-101. Severability.

ARTICLE V. CARD ROOMS

• Sec. 6-121. Licensing.
• Sec. 6-122. Regulations.
• Sec. 6-123. Employee work permits.

ARTICLE VI. CARNIVALS, CIRCUSES, FAIRS, AND AMUSEMENT PLACES

• Sec. 6-151. Definition.
• Sec. 6-152. Permit required.
• Sec. 6-153. Investigation by Chief of Police; issuance; permit nontransferable.
• Sec. 6-154. Location requirements.
• Sec. 6-155. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 6-156. Operation on public streets prohibited.
• Sec. 6-157. Lighting to be directed away from adjacent residences.
• Sec. 6-158. Adequate lighting required; emergency lighting.
• Sec. 6-159. Sound amplifying equipment.
• Sec. 6-160. Ground cover.
• Sec. 6-161. Off-street parking.
• Sec. 6-162. Fencing and pedestrian control.
• Sec. 6-163. Health and sanitation.
• Sec. 6-164. Compliance with building and fire codes and other regulations.
• Sec. 6-165. Bond required.
• Sec. 6-166. Liability insurance.
• Sec. 6-167. Revocation or suspension of permit.
• Sec. 6-168. Appeal.
• Sec. 6-169. Business license.
• Sec. 6-170. Exemptions.

ARTICLE VII. ENTERTAINMENT PERMITS

• Sec. 6-191. Definitions.
• Sec. 6-192. Entertainment permit required; compliance with other laws.
• Sec. 6-193. Exemption from the permit requirement.
• Sec. 6-194. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 6-195. Disturbing the peace; disorderly conduct.
• Sec. 6-196. Orderly dispersal required.
• Sec. 6-197. Chief of Police authority; immediate threat to public safety.
• Sec. 6-198. Application for permit.
• Sec. 6-199. Extended operating hours.
• Sec. 6-200. Investigation of application and issuance of permit.
• Sec. 6-201. Conditions imposed by Chief of Police.
• Sec. 6-202. Police attendance at a special event.
• Sec. 6-203. Display of permits.
• Sec. 6-204. Duration of permit.
• Sec. 6-205. Permits not transferable.
• Sec. 6-206. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-207. Renewal of permits.
• Sec. 6-208. Appeals.
• Sec. 6-209. Permits issued prior to the effective date of this section.
• Sec. 6-210. Enforcement.
• Sec. 6-211. Severability.
• Secs. 6-212--6-230. Reserved.

ARTICLE VIII. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRONIC GAMES

• Sec. 6-231. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 6-232. Definitions.
• Sec. 6-233. Exemptions.
• Sec. 6-234. Use permit.
• Sec. 6-235. Duties of operators installing games.
• Sec. 6-236. Licensing of managers.
• Sec. 6-237. Hours of operation for minors under 18 years of age.
• Sec. 6-238. Violations and penalties.

ARTICLE IX. PUBLIC DANCES

• Sec. 6-261. Permit required; expiration.
• Sec. 6-262. Definition.
• Sec. 6-263. Permit fees.
• Sec. 6-264. Application for permit.
• Sec. 6-265. Investigation by Chief of Police.
• Sec. 6-266. Denial of permit.
• Sec. 6-267. Issuance of permit.
• Sec. 6-268. Revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-269. Dance hours.
• Sec. 6-270. Adoption of additional rules and regulations.
• Sec. 6-271. Permits nontransferable.
• Sec. 6-272. Enforcement; right of entry of police officers.
• Sec. 6-273. Exemptions.
• Sec. 6-274. Posting of permit and regulations.
• Sec. 6-275. Appeal.

Chapters 7--9 RESERVED

Chapter 10 ANIMALS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 10-1. Livestock on streets.

ARTICLE II. STANDARDS FOR KEEPING NONCOMMERCIAL LIVESTOCK, ANIMALS, AND FOWL

• Sec. 10-31. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 10-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 10-33. General conditions for keeping livestock, companion animals and fowl.
• Sec. 10-34. Permitted locations for keeping livestock, companion animals and fowl; required lot area; permitted uses.
• Sec. 10-35. Permit required for keeping livestock or companion animals.
• Sec. 10-36. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 10-37. Permit requirements for pre-existing uses.
• Sec. 10-38. Disposal of manure.
• Sec. 10-39. Exemption from permit requirement for animals temporarily in city.
• Sec. 10-40. Keeping of wild animals and reptiles restricted.
• Sec. 10-41. Exceptions to section 10-40.
• Sec. 10-42. Escape of wild animal or reptile.
• Sec. 10-43. Cleanliness of premises where livestock, animals, or fowl are kept.
• Sec. 10-44. Animals not incidental to single-family use prohibited; standards for keeping fowl.
• Sec. 10-45. Dangerous or vicious animals.
• Sec. 10-46. Transporting animals in motor vehicles.
• Sec. 10-47. Riding or leading livestock or companion animal on sidewalk.
• Sec. 10-48. Article does not affect existing covenants, conditions and restrictions.
• Sec. 10-49. Accumulation of manure and animal excreta.

ARTICLE III. BEES

• Sec. 10-71. Definitions.
• Sec. 10-72. Keeping of bees.
• Sec. 10-73. Identification of hives.

Chapters 11--13 RESERVED

Chapter 14 BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CODE ENFORCEMENT

• Sec. 14-31. Reinspection fees.
• Sec. 14-32. Code enforcement.

ARTICLE III. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

• Sec. 14-61. International Building Code Appendix Chapter 1 adopted.
• Sec. 14-62. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-63. Fees.
• Sec. 14-64. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE IV. BUILDING CODE

• Sec. 14-91. Building Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-92. Administrative changes to adopted building code.
• Sec. 14-93. Findings.
• Sec. 14-94. Structural Modification (Building Code Section 1614.1.3; ASCE 7 Section 12.8.1.1).
• Sec. 14-95. Structural Modification (Building Code Section 1614.1.7; ASCE 7 Section 12.12.3).
• Sec. 14-96. Findings.
• Sec. 14-97. Special Inspection (Building Code Sections 1704.4, Exception 1).
• Sec. 14-98. Findings.
• Sec. 14-99. Bracing (Building Code Sections 2306.4.5, 2308.6, 2308.9.3, 2308.12.4 and 2505.1)

ARTICLE V. HOUSING CODE

• Sec. 14-121. Uniform Housing Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-122. Administrative changes to adopted housing code.

ARTICLE VI. FIRE CODE

• Sec. 14-151. Fire Code adopted.

ARTICLE VII. ELECTRICAL CODE

• Sec. 14-181. Electrical Code adopted.

ARTICLE VIII. PLUMBING CODE

• Sec. 14-211. Plumbing Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-212. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE IX. MECHANICAL CODE

• Sec. 14-241. Mechanical Code adopted.

ARTICLE X. ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE

• Sec. 14-271. Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings adopted.
• Sec. 14-272. Final action of City Council regarding dangerous building.

ARTICLE XI. SWIMMING POOL, SPA, AND HOT TUB CODE

• Sec. 14-301. Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-302. Permissive exemption from fencing requirement.

ARTICLE XII. ADDRESSING

• Sec. 14-331. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-332. System and basis for numbering.
• Sec. 14-333. Posting of addresses on buildings.
• Sec. 14-334. Assignment of addresses.
• Sec. 14-335. Changes of existing addresses.
• Sec. 14-336. Multi-unit buildings and complexes.
• Sec. 14-337. Penalty.

ARTICLE XIII. CABLE TELEVISION FACILITIES IN NEW DEVELOPMENT

• Sec. 14-361. New development undergrounding.

ARTICLE XIV. MULTIPLE-FAMILY RENTAL DWELLING UNIT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CODE

• Sec. 14-391. Title.
• Sec. 14-392. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-393. Scope.
• Sec. 14-394. Compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Sec. 14-395. Exterior maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-395.5. Interior maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-396. Site maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-397. Notification of inspection; inspection procedure.
• Sec. 14-398. Annual service fee.
• Sec. 14-399. Reinspection fee.
• Sec. 14-400. Delinquent fees; penalty for late payment.
• Sec. 14-401. Exemption.
• Sec. 14-402. Violations.
• Sec. 14-403. Enforcement.
• Sec. 14-404. Relocation of tenants.
• Sec. 14-405. Appeal.
• Sec. 14-406. Retaliatory eviction.
• Sec. 14-407. Administrative inspection/abatement warrant fee.

ARTICLE XV. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR EXISTING UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDINGS

• Sec. 14-431. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 14-432. Design standards adopted.
• Sec. 14-433. Permit required.
• Sec. 14-434. Reconstruction required.

ARTICLE XVI. BUILDING SECURITY

• Sec. 14-461. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-462. Scope.
• Sec. 14-463. Enforcement.
• Sec. 14-464. Responsibility for security.
• Sec. 14-465. Right of entry of inspectors.
• Sec. 14-466. Violations.
• Sec. 14-467. Appeal.
• Sec. 14-468. Exceptions.
• Sec. 14-469. Definitions.
• Sec. 14-470. Commercial building security provisions.
• Sec. 14-471. Residential security provisions.

ARTICLE XVII. GAS SHUT-OFF DEVICES

• Sec. 14-500. Gas shut-off definitions.
• Sec. 14-501. Scope.
• Sec. 14-502. Exceptions.
• Sec. 14-503. General requirements.
• Sec. 14-504. List of approved valves and devices.

ARTICLE XVIII. VACANT BUILDINGS

• Sec. 14-635. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-636. Definitions.
• Sec. 14-637. Owner's responsibility.
• Sec. 14-638. Inspection program.
• Sec. 14-639. Boarding permits required.
• Sec. 14-640. Standards for securing building.
• Sec. 14-641. Enforcement; penalty.

Chapters 15--17 RESERVED

Chapter 18 BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. BUSINESS LICENSES

• Sec. 18-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-32. Article intended as revenue measure.
• Sec. 18-33. Effect of article on other Code sections and ordinances.
• Sec. 18-34. License required.
• Sec. 18-35. License tax imposed.
• Sec. 18-36. Branch establishments.
• Sec. 18-37. Evidence of doing business.
• Sec. 18-38. Constitutional apportionment of tax.
• Sec. 18-39. Exemptions.
• Sec. 18-40. Charitable and nonprofit organizations.
• Sec. 18-41. Contents of license.
• Sec. 18-42. Application for first license.
• Sec. 18-43. Application for renewal license.
• Sec. 18-44. Verification of statements and records.
• Sec. 18-45. Confidentiality of information.
• Sec. 18-46. Failure to file statement or corrected statement.
• Sec. 18-47. Appeal.
• Sec. 18-48. Authority of collector to extend time for filing.
• Sec. 18-49. Transfer of license: change of location or ownership of business.
• Sec. 18-50. Duplicate license.
• Sec. 18-51. Posting and keeping licenses.
• Sec. 18-52. Due date for payment of tax.
• Sec. 18-53. Delinquent taxes; penalty for late payment.
• Sec. 18-54. License tax a debt.
• Sec. 18-55. Refunds of overpayment of tax.
• Sec. 18-56. Gross receipts tax schedule.
• Sec. 18-57. Flat rate tax schedule.
• Sec. 18-58. Reduction of tax for carnivals and similar shows; tax on craft fairs and flea markets.
• Sec. 18-59. Annual tax rate escalation.
• Sec. 18-60. Authority to make additional rules and regulations.
• Sec. 18-61. Enforcement.
• Sec. 18-62. Remedies cumulative.
• Sec. 18-63. Penalty for violations.
• Sec. 18-64. Severability.
• Sec. 18-65. Effective date of tax.

ARTICLE III. ALARMS, ALARM COMPANIES, AND ALARM SYSTEMS

• Sec. 18-91. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-92. Alarm company requirements.
• Sec. 18-93. Alarm use permit required; issuance.
• Sec. 18-94. Revocation and reissuance of alarm use permit.
• Sec. 18-95. False alarm service charges.
• Sec. 18-96. Backup power supply for alarm systems.
• Sec. 18-97. Prohibited systems and uses.
• Sec. 18-98. Appeal.
• Sec. 18-99. Liability limitation.
• Sec. 18-100. Penalties.

ARTICLE IV. ESCORT BUREAUS AND INTRODUCTORY SERVICES

• Sec. 18-121. Purpose.
• Sec. 18-122. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-123. Escort bureau or introductory service permit.
• Sec. 18-124. Age requirement for escorts.
• Sec. 18-125. Escort permit.
• Sec. 18-126. Providing services to person under 18 years of age.
• Sec. 18-127. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-128. Violations declared nuisance.
• Sec. 18-129. Penalty.
• Sec. 18-130. Applicability of regulations to existing businesses.

ARTICLE V. FILM PERMITS

• Sec. 18-151. Purpose and scope.
• Sec. 18-152. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-153. Designation and duties of city representative to film industry.
• Sec. 18-154. Time period for granting permit; period of validity.
• Sec. 18-155. Fees.
• Sec. 18-156. Application/permit form.
• Sec. 18-157. Notification of property owners and residents.
• Sec. 18-158. Distribution of regulations.

ARTICLE VI. FORTUNETELLING

• Sec. 18-181. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-182. Posting of information and fees; regulation of fees.
• Sec. 18-183. Accepting money other than lawful fees.
• Sec. 18-184. Exceptions.
• Sec. 18-185. Compliance with planning and zoning requirements.

ARTICLE VII. GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALES, REMOVAL OF BUSINESS SALES, AND FIRE AND OTHER ALTERED G

• Sec. 18-211. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-212. License required.
• Sec. 18-213. Applicability of article; eligibility for license.
• Sec. 18-214. Application for license; license fee.
• Sec. 18-215. Effect of license; conditions; renewal.
• Sec. 18-216. Duties of licensee.

ARTICLE VIII. HOTELS, MOTELS, AND ROOMINGHOUSES

• Sec. 18-241. Register of guests required; use of rooms for immoral or illegal purpose.
• Sec. 18-242. Inspection of register and premises by police.

ARTICLE IX. MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS, OUT-CALL MASSAGE THERAPY, AND MASSAGE THERAPY TECHNICIANS

• Sec. 18-271. Findings and purpose.
• Sec. 18-272. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-273. Permit requirement.
• Sec. 18-274. Permit exemptions.
• Sec. 18-275. Educational, certification, and association requirements.
• Sec. 18-276. Massage Therapy Technician examination.
• Sec. 18-277. Massage establishment permit application fee.
• Sec. 18-278. Massage Therapy Technician permit application and fee.
• Sec. 18-279. Application review.
• Sec. 18-280. Permit issuance or denial.
• Sec. 18-281. Disqualifying conduct.
• Sec. 18-282. Hearing on denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-283. Appeal of denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-284. Grounds for suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-285. Hearing on suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-286. Burden of proof.
• Sec. 18-287. Appeal of suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-288. Minimum age requirement.
• Sec. 18-289. Permits non-assignable.
• Sec. 18-290. Change of name or location, expansion of building.
• Sec. 18-291. Display of permit.
• Sec. 18-292. Facilities and operating requirements.
• Sec. 18-293. Responsibility of employer.
• Sec. 18-294. Out-call massage therapy permit.
• Sec. 18-295. Permit duration and renewal.
• Sec. 18-296. Applicability to existing businesses.
• Sec. 18-297. Cease of business.
• Sec. 18-298. Inspection.
• Sec. 18-299. Enforcement.
• Sec. 18-300. Severability.

ARTICLE X. SECONDHAND DEALERS

• Sec. 18-321. Purpose.
• Sec. 18-322. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-323. Reporting requirements.
• Sec. 18-324. Identification requirements.
• Sec. 18-325. Evidence of authority to sell property.
• Sec. 18-326. Retention and inspection of secondhand property.
• Sec. 18-327. Receiving secondhand property from certain persons prohibited.
• Sec. 18-328. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE XI. MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES

• Sec. 18-330. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-331. Medical Marijuana Dispensary as a Prohibited Use.

ARTICLE XII. SOLICITORS AND PEDDLERS

• Sec. 18-441. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-442. Permit requirements and exemptions.
• Sec. 18-443. Permit for sponsoring juvenile peddlers.
• Sec. 18-444. Permit application.
• Sec. 18-445. Fees.
• Sec. 18-446. Application review and permit issuance.
• Sec. 18-447. Denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-448. Permit expiration.
• Sec. 18-449. Permit exhibition.
• Sec. 18-450. Transfer prohibited.
• Sec. 18-451. Entry upon signed premises unlawful.
• Sec. 18-452. Hours of solicitation.
• Sec. 18-453. Permit revocation and temporary suspension.
• Sec. 18-454. Notice and hearing.
• Sec. 18-455. Appeals.
• Sec. 18-456. Claims of exemption.
• Sec. 18-457. Violations and penalty.
• Sec. 18-458. Conflicting ordinances repealed.
• Sec. 18-459. Severability.

Chapters 19--21 RESERVED

Chapter 22 CIVIL EMERGENCIES top

• Sec. 22-1. Purpose.
• Sec. 22-2. "Emergency" defined.
• Sec. 22-3. Disaster Council established; membership.
• Sec. 22-4. Powers and duties of Disaster Council.
• Sec. 22-5. Office of Director and Assistant Director of Emergency Services established.
• Sec. 22-6. Powers and duties of Director and Assistant Director of Emergency Services.
• Sec. 22-7. Emergency organization.
• Sec. 22-8. Emergency plan.
• Sec. 22-9. Expenditures in connection with emergency activities.
• Sec. 22-10. Violations.
• Sec. 22-11. Severability.

Chapters 23--25 RESERVED

Chapter 26 ELECTIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 26-1. Municipal election dates.

ARTICLE II. CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES; FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES

• Sec. 26-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 26-32. Contribution limitations.
• Sec. 26-33. Applicability of campaign disclosure requirements to committee or individual filing recall petition, initiative p
• Sec. 26-34. Contributions for legal defense.
• Sec. 26-35. Additional campaign statements required.
• Sec. 26-36. Required disclosure of contributions and expenditures.
• Sec. 26-37. Review of campaign statements by City Clerk and City Attorney.
• Sec. 26-38. Informational meeting.
• Sec. 26-39. Candidates' voluntary fair campaign pledge.
• Sec. 26-40. Criminal enforcement; civil action; injunctive relief; payment of cost of litigation.

Chapters 27--29 RESERVED.

Chapter 30 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION top

• Sec. 30-1. Fire protection district.
• Sec. 30-2. Fireworks.
• Sec. 30-3. Gunpowder.

Chapters 31--33 RESERVED

Chapter 34 FLOOD MANAGEMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM

• Sec. 34-31. Introduction.
• Sec. 34-32. Adoption of study and map delineating special hazard areas and base flood elevation data.
• Sec. 34-33. Development permit.
• Sec. 34-34. Standards of construction.
• Sec. 34-35. Other measures.
• Sec. 34-36. Appeals and requests for map amendments.
• Sec. 34-37. Pine and Galindo Creek floodway regulations.
• Sec. 34-38. Violations; penalties.

Chapters 35--37 RESERVED

Chapter 38 HEALTH AND SANITATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 38-1. Offensive occupations.
• Sec. 38-2. Drainage into streets prohibited.
• Sec. 38-3. Nauseous odors, accumulations of waste and similar nuisances.
• Sec. 38-4. Ratproofing.
• Sec. 38-5. Depositing dead animals, garbage or refuse.
• Sec. 38-6. Rat control at slaughterhouses and butcher shops.
• Sec. 38-7. General sanitary condition required.

ARTICLE II. SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACES AND WORKPLACES

• Sec. 38-31. Findings; purpose.
• Sec. 38-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-33. Prohibition of smoking in city-owned facilities.
• Sec. 38-34. Regulation of smoking in enclosed places.
• Sec. 38-35. Regulation of smoking in places of employment.
• Sec. 38-36. Optional smoking areas.
• Sec. 38-37. Posting requirements.
• Sec. 38-38. Vending machines.
• Sec. 38-39. Distribution of free samples and coupons; out-of-package sales.
• Sec. 38-40. Enforcement; penalties.

ARTICLE III. TOBACCO RETAILERS LICENSE PROGRAM

• Sec. 38-61. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-62. Self-service displays prohibited.
• Sec. 38-63. Vendor assistance.
• Sec. 38-64. Tobacco retailer license required.
• Sec. 38-65. Limits on tobacco retailer licenses.
• Sec. 38-66. Application procedure.
• Sec. 38-67. Issuance of license.
• Sec. 38-68. License renewal and expiration.
• Sec. 38-69. Licenses nontransferable.
• Sec. 38-70. Fees for license.
• Sec. 38-71. Other requirements and prohibitions.
• Sec. 38-72. Compliance monitoring.
• Sec. 38-73. Revocation of license.
• Sec. 38-74. License suspension.
• Sec. 38-75. Tobacco retailing without a license or with a suspended license.
• Sec. 38-76. Enforcement.
• Sec. 38-77. Enforcement of State law regarding sales to minors.
• Sec. 38-78. Intent as to additional legal restrictions and remedies.
• Sec. 38-79. Service.
• Sec. 38-80. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. FOOD

• Sec. 38-101. Unwholesome meat.
• Sec. 38-102. Unwholesome vegetables and food.
• Sec. 38-103. Regulation and control of sale of milk.
• Sec. 38-104. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-105. Food establishment permit required.
• Sec. 38-106. Permit fees for food establishments.
• Sec. 38-107. Individual health permits for employees and operations.
• Sec. 38-108. Sanitation requirements.
• Sec. 38-109. Temperature requirements.
• Sec. 38-110. Violations; enforcement.
• Sec. 38-111. Severability.

Chapters 39--41 RESERVED

Chapter 42 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION top

• Sec. 42-1. Declaration of public policy and purpose.
• Sec. 42-2. Definitions.
• Sec. 42-3. Responsibility of Planning Commission for implementation of chapter.
• Sec. 42-4. Designation of historical landmarks.
• Sec. 42-5. Regulation of changes to landmark property; certificate of appropriateness.
• Sec. 42-6. Limitation on power of Planning Commission.
• Sec. 42-7. Exemptions from building code.
• Sec. 42-8. Termination of landmark designation.
• Sec. 42-9. Severability.
• Sec. 42-10. Application fees.

Chapters 43--45 RESERVED

Chapter 46 HUMAN RELATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. HUMAN RIGHTS

• Sec. 46-31. Policy.
• Sec. 46-32. Education.
• Sec. 46-33. Scope of article.
• Sec. 46-34. Definitions.
• Sec. 46-35. Defenses, exceptions and exemptions.
• Sec. 46-36. Discrimination in employment.
• Sec. 46-37. Discrimination in housing.
• Sec. 46-38. Discrimination by business establishments.
• Sec. 46-39. Discrimination in provision of city facilities and services.
• Sec. 46-40. Harassment.
• Sec. 46-41. Complaints, resolution of disputes, and enforcement.
• Sec. 46-42. Rules of procedure of Human Relations Commission.
• Sec. 46-43. Confidentiality of proceedings.
• Sec. 46-44. Retaliation prohibited.
• Sec. 46-45. Other remedies.
• Sec. 46-46. Time limit for filing civil actions.
• Sec. 46-47. Criminal liability for violations.
• Sec. 46-48. Posting of notices.
• Sec. 46-49. Severability; conformance with state and federal laws.

Chapters 47--49 RESERVED

Chapter 50 HUMAN RESOURCES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. RETIREMENT SYSTEM

• Sec. 50-31. Title.
• Sec. 50-32. Frozen Plan.
• Sec. 50-33. Definitions.
• Sec. 50-34. Restatement of retirement system.
• Sec. 50-35. Retirement Board.
• Sec. 50-36. Membership in retirement system.
• Sec. 50-37. Retirement contributions.
• Sec. 50-38. Eligibility for membership.
• Sec. 50-39. Retirement allowance.
• Sec. 50-40. Annual limitation on benefits paid.
• Sec. 50-41. Optional modifications of retirement allowance.
• Sec. 50-42. Cost of living adjustment.
• Sec. 50-43. Withdrawal benefits.
• Sec. 50-44. Buy-back provision.
• Sec. 50-45. Death benefit.
• Sec. 50-46. Disability benefits.
• Sec. 50-47. Calculating service.
• Sec. 50-48. Funding agent.
• Sec. 50-49. General provisions.
• Sec. 50-50. Acceptance of reciprocal system.
• Sec. 50-51. Retirement allowance factors.
• Sec. 50-52. Lump sum table.
• Sec. 50-53. Disability retirement for police employees.
• Sec. 50-54. Actuarial assumptions.
• Sec. 50-55. List of members.
• Sec. 50-56. Minimum distribution requirements.

ARTICLE III. PERSONNEL MERIT SYSTEM

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 50-91. Purpose.
• Sec. 50-92. Contents.

DIVISION 2. ADMINISTRATION

• Sec. 50-111. General.
• Sec. 50-112. Personnel Board.
• Sec. 50-113. Personnel Director.
• Sec. 50-114. Right to contract for special services.
• Sec. 50-115. Adoption of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

DIVISION 3. EMPLOYMENT PROCEDURES AND CONDITIONS

• Sec. 50-141. "Employee" defined.
• Sec. 50-142. Discrimination.
• Sec. 50-143. Creation and abolishment of positions.
• Sec. 50-144. Exempt service.
• Sec. 50-145. Limited service.
• Sec. 50-146. Competitive service.
• Sec. 50-147. Appointments.
• Sec. 50-148. Examinations.
• Sec. 50-149. Probationary period.
• Sec. 50-150. Conditions of employment.
• Sec. 50-151. Political activity.
• Sec. 50-152. Grievance procedure.
• Sec. 50-153. Appeal process.
• Sec. 50-154. Hearing and decision on grievance or appeal.

Chapters 51--53 RESERVED

Chapter 54 LAW ENFORCEMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. STATE AID FOR PEACE OFFICERS

• Sec. 54-31. Intent.
• Sec. 54-32. Adherence to state standards for peace officer recruitment and training.
• Sec. 54-33. Adherence to state standards for selection and training of police dispatchers.

ARTICLE III. LOST, STOLEN, OR UNCLAIMED PROPERTY IN POSSESSION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Sec. 54-61. Property subject to article; delivery to Chief of Police; record.
• Sec. 54-62. Release of property to owner.
• Sec. 54-63. Auction sale of unclaimed property.
• Sec. 54-64. Disposition of unclaimed property.
• Sec. 54-65. Disposition of unclaimed firearms.

ARTICLE IV. REWARDS

• Sec. 54-91. Purpose.
• Sec. 54-92. Offer of reward by resolution.
• Sec. 54-93. Filing of claim.
• Sec. 54-94. Time of payment.
• Sec. 54-95. Anonymity of informant.
• Sec. 54-96. Decision by City Manager regarding qualification to receive reward.

ARTICLE V. POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT SERVICES AT SPECIAL EVENTS

• Sec. 54-121. General.
• Sec. 54-122. Charge for police officers at event conducted by public agency.

ARTICLE VI. POLICE TOWING SERVICES

• Sec. 54-151. Declaration of purpose.
• Sec. 54-152. Unlawful solicitation.
• Sec. 54-153. Adoption of rules and regulations.
• Sec. 54-154. Indemnification of city.
• Sec. 54-155. Administrative fees; establishment of maximum rates.

ARTICLE VII. PRIVATE PATROL SERVICES

• Sec. 54-181. Definitions.
• Sec. 54-182. Registration required.
• Sec. 54-183. Revocation or suspension of registration.
• Sec. 54-184. Appeal.
• Sec. 54-185. Uniforms and equipment.
• Sec. 54-186. Reporting of unusual occurrences required.
• Sec. 54-187. Scope of authority.
• Sec. 54-188. Business license required.
• Sec. 54-189. Violations; penalties.
• Sec. 54-190. Complaints by Chief of Police.

Chapters 55--57 RESERVED

Chapter 58 MANUFACTURED HOMES, MOBILE HOMES, AND TRAILERS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. MOBILE HOME PARKS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. PARK CONVERSION, DISCONTINUANCE, OR CLOSURE

• Sec. 58-51. Purpose.
• Sec. 58-52. Definitions.
• Sec. 58-53. Application for permit.
• Sec. 58-54. Impact study.
• Sec. 58-55. Public hearing.
• Sec. 58-56. Findings and determination by approving body.
• Sec. 58-57. Conditions.
• Sec. 58-58. Term and extension of permit.
• Sec. 58-59. Notice to new residents.
• Sec. 58-60. Temporary use of vacated areas.
• Sec. 58-61. Bankruptcy exemption.
• Sec. 58-62. Nonbankruptcy exemption.
• Sec. 58-63. Copies of division to be provided to residents.
• Sec. 58-64. Remedies.

DIVISION 3. RENT STABILIZATION

• Sec. 58-91. Purpose and findings.
• Sec. 58-92. Definitions.
• Sec. 58-93. Applicability of division; exceptions.
• Sec. 58-94. General annual adjustment of rent authorized; amount.
• Sec. 58-95. Same--Vacancy decontrol space rent increase.
• Sec. 58-96. Limit on frequency of rent increases.
• Sec. 58-97. Notice of proposed special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-98. Petition by tenants for review of special rent increase--Procedure.
• Sec. 58-99. Same--Form and contents of petition.
• Sec. 58-100. Same--Filing requirements for notices and petitions.
• Sec. 58-101. Same--Information to be provided to tenants.
• Sec. 58-102. Same--Effective date of rent increases.
• Sec. 58-103. Same--Selection of Hearing Officer.
• Sec. 58-104. Same--Notice of hearing.
• Sec. 58-105. Same--Hearing fee.
• Sec. 58-106. Same--Conduct of hearing.
• Sec. 58-107. Same--Grounds for determination.
• Sec. 58-108. Same--Notification of determination.
• Sec. 58-109. Same--Refund or credit to tenants when increase determined not reasonable.
• Sec. 58-110. Same--Appeal of determination.
• Sec. 58-111. Same--Applicability of determination.
• Sec. 58-112. Increased amounts to be specified in demands for rent.
• Sec. 58-113. Right of park owner to request special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-114. Presumption of fair base year net operating income.
• Sec. 58-115. Base year established.
• Sec. 58-116. Determination of base year net operating income.
• Sec. 58-117. Rebuttal of fair net operating income presumption.
• Sec. 58-118. Determination of current net operating income.
• Sec. 58-119. Calculation of gross income.
• Sec. 58-120. Calculation of operating expenses.
• Sec. 58-121. Calculation of fair and reasonable return for special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-122. Determination of allowable special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-123. Violations; penalty; waiver of rights.
• Sec. 58-124. Right of tenant to refuse to pay rent in excess of maximum rent.
• Sec. 58-125. Mandatory mediation of nonrental disputes.
• Sec. 58-126. Duty of park owner to provide copy of division to tenants.
• Sec. 58-127. Duty of mobile home owner to provide copy of appendix E to prospective buyers.
• Sec. 58-128. Administrative fee.

Chapters 59--61 RESERVED

Chapter 62 NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL.ARTICLE II. PUBLIC NUISANCES

• Sec. 62-31. Purpose.
• Sec. 62-32. Nuisances defined.
• Sec. 62-33. Additional Code sections relating to public nuisances.
• Sec. 62-34. Animal noise.
• Sec. 62-35. Owner's responsibility to keep premises free of nuisances.
• Sec. 62-36. Violations; penalty.
• Sec. 62-37. Administrative citations and fines.
• Sec. 62-38. Abatement by city.
• Sec. 62-39. Treble damages for subsequent abatement judgments.
• Sec. 62-40. Recovery of attorneys' fees.
• Sec. 62-41. Provisions of article supplemental; conflicting provisions.
• Sec. 62-42. Severability.

ARTICLE III. WEEDS AND OTHER VEGETATION

• Sec. 62-71. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 62-72. Overgrown grass and weeds, accumulations of cut brush, and dead or diseased trees declared nuisance.
• Sec. 62-73. Duty of landowners to cut and remove nuisances; depositing nuisance materials.
• Sec. 62-74. Abatement procedure.

ARTICLE IV. GRAFFITI

• Sec. 62-101. Findings.
• Sec. 62-102. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-103. Removal required.
• Sec. 62-104. Abatement procedure.
• Sec. 62-105. Payment of cost of abatement.
• Sec. 62-106. Sale or aerosol spray paint or marker pens to minors.

ARTICLE V. SHOPPING CART ABANDONMENT

• Sec. 62-131. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-132. Cart identification required.
• Sec. 62-133. Posting of notice by owners of retail establishments.
• Sec. 62-134. Removal of carts from premises of business prohibited.
• Sec. 62-135. Abandonment of carts prohibited.
• Sec. 62-136. Possession of carts without written consent prohibited.
• Sec. 62-137. Plan for prevention of cart removal required.
• Sec. 62-138. Approval of prevention plan and evaluation report; failure to comply with plan.
• Sec. 62-139. Retrieval of abandoned carts.
• Sec. 62-140. Violations.

ARTICLE VI. ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED, AND INOPERATIVE VEHICLES

• Sec. 62-161. Purpose.
• Sec. 62-162. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-163. Exemptions.
• Sec. 62-164. Provisions of article supplemental.
• Sec. 62-165. Enforcement.
• Sec. 62-166. Abandonment prohibited.
• Sec. 62-167. Failure to remove vehicle.
• Sec. 62-168. Right of entry of agents of city.
• Sec. 62-169. Determination of administrative costs.
• Sec. 62-170. Authority of city to abate.
• Sec. 62-171. Notice of intention to abate.
• Sec. 62-172. Request for hearing.
• Sec. 62-173. Conduct of hearing.
• Sec. 62-174. Removal of vehicle; reconstruction of removed vehicle.
• Sec. 62-175. Notice to Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Sec. 62-176. Collection of administrative costs and costs of removal.

ARTICLE VII. REPAIR OF VEHICLES IN PUBLIC VIEW

• Sec. 62-201. Restrictions; prohibited repairs.

Chapters 63--65 RESERVED

Chapter 66 OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 66-1. Teasing or interfering with police dogs.
• Sec. 66-2. Sale and display of narcotics and other paraphernalia.
• Sec. 66-3. Prohibited acts in publicly owned parking structures and lots.
• Sec. 66-4. Sleeping in vehicle.
• Sec. 66-5. Camping.
• Sec. 66-6. Loitering in or near tunnels, bridges, and other areas.
• Sec. 66-7. Urinating or defecating in public view.
• Sec. 66-8. Hang gliders.
• Sec. 66-9. Skateboard ramps.
• Sec. 66-10. Skateboarding, roller skating, and inline skating prohibited in certain places.
• Sec. 66-11. Discharge of weapons.
• Sec. 66-12. Trespass upon private property.

ARTICLE II. JUVENILE ALCOHOL OFFENSES AND POLICE SERVICES AT GATHERINGS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY

• Sec. 66-41. Findings; purpose.
• Sec. 66-42. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-43. Unlawful juvenile gatherings on private property.
• Sec. 66-44. Police services at parties, gatherings, or events requiring a second response.
• Sec. 66-45. Police services fee.
• Sec. 66-46. Severability.

ARTICLE III. CURFEW FOR MINORS

• Sec. 66-71. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-72. Curfew regulations; hours; exceptions; enforcement.
• Sec. 66-73. Fee for costs of detention, transportation, and administrative services.
• Sec. 66-74. Penalties.

ARTICLE IV. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN PUBLIC PLACES AND PLACES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

• Sec. 66-101. Possession and consumption prohibited in certain places.
• Sec. 66-102. Exemptions.
• Sec. 66-103. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-104. Severability.

ARTICLE V. EXPOSURE BY WAITERS, WAITRESSES AND ENTERTAINERS IN ESTABLISHMENTS SERVING ALCOHOL

• Sec. 66-131. Prohibited acts.
• Sec. 66-132. Causing or assisting violation.
• Sec. 66-133. Applicability to persons not employed or paid by management.
• Sec. 66-134. Exemptions.

ARTICLE VI. LASER POINTERS

• Sec. 66-161. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-162. Directing laser beam at entertainment event.
• Sec. 66-163. Violations; penalty.

ARTICLE VII. AUTOMATIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES DIALING CITY OFFICES OR POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Sec. 66-191. "Automatic communication device" defined.
• Sec. 66-192. Prohibited acts.
• Sec. 66-193. Withdrawal of consent by city.
• Sec. 66-194. "Telephone number" defined.

ARTICLE VIII. CANALS

• Sec. 66-221. Definition.
• Sec. 66-222. Prohibited uses; depositing dirt, rubbish or other material.
• Sec. 66-223. Trespass on lands appurtenant to canal.
• Sec. 66-224. Exemptions.

Chapters 67--69 RESERVED

Chapter 70 OIL AND GAS WELLS top

• Sec. 70-1. Definitions.
• Sec. 70-2. Construction standards for derricks; enclosure of derricks.
• Sec. 70-3. Permit required.
• Sec. 70-4. Application for permit.
• Sec. 70-5. Permit and investigation fee.
• Sec. 70-6. Annexation of developed wells.
• Sec. 70-7. Investigation of permit application and premises.
• Sec. 70-8. Issuance and conditions of permit.
• Sec. 70-9. Exceptions.
• Sec. 70-10. Appeal of denial of permit; form of permit.
• Sec. 70-11. Bond requirements.
• Sec. 70-12. Maintenance of bonds.
• Sec. 70-13. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 70-14. Service of notices.
• Sec. 70-15. Property rights of city.

Chapters 71--73 RESERVED

Chapter 74 PARKS AND RECREATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CONDUCT IN PARK AND RECREATION AREAS

• Sec. 74-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 74-32. Rules and regulations.
• Sec. 74-33. Posting of regulations.
• Sec. 74-34. Permits for use of parks.
• Sec. 74-35. Enforcement.
• Sec. 74-36. Supplemental rules and regulations.
• Sec. 74-37. Curfew established.
• Sec. 74-38. Exemption from curfew.
• Sec. 74-39. Penalty for violation of curfew.

ARTICLE III. PATRON RESPONSIBILITY AT AMUSEMENT PARKS

• Sec. 74-61. Definitions.
• Sec. 74-62. Duties of patrons; safety rules.
• Sec. 74-63. Violations; penalty.

ARTICLE IV. CONCORD SKATEPARK

• Sec. 74-74. Definitions
• Sec. 74-75. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 74-76. Use regulations/prohibited activities.
• Sec. 74-77. Penalties for engaging in prohibited activities or violating use regulations.

Chapters 75--77 RESERVED

Chapter 78 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION FEES

• Sec. 78-31. Fees for subdivision of land, surveying, reversion to acreage, and inspection of construction.
• Sec. 78-32. Service charges for assessment apportionments under Improvement Bond Act of 1915.
• Sec. 78-33. Charges for engineering analysis.
• Sec. 78-34. "Cost of improvements" defined.
• Sec. 78-35. Time of payment.

ARTICLE III. CHILD CARE PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-61. Established.
• Sec. 78-62. Definitions.
• Sec. 78-63. Fee to be paid by developers.
• Sec. 78-64. Administration.

ARTICLE IV. PARK LAND REQUIREMENTS

• Sec. 78-91. Applicability; authority; consistency with General Plan.
• Sec. 78-92. Dedication of land or payment of fee required.
• Sec. 78-93. Standard.
• Sec. 78-94. Calculation.
• Sec. 78-95. Payment of in-lieu fees.
• Sec. 78-96. Determination of dedication or fee requirements.
• Sec. 78-97. In-lieu fees for developments with 50 lots or less.
• Sec. 78-98. Credit for private park land.
• Sec. 78-99. Appeals.

ARTICLE V. PARK LAND DEDICATION

• Sec. 78-121. Findings.
• Sec. 78-122. Requirements for subdivisions.
• Sec. 78-123. Exemptions and special provisions.
• Sec. 78-124. Credits.
• Sec. 78-125. Time of commencement of development of park or recreation facilities must be designated by city.
• Sec. 78-126. Use of fees.
• Sec. 78-127. Review and adjustment of fees.

ARTICLE VI. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-151. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-152. Program established.
• Sec. 78-153. Administration.
• Sec. 78-154. Fees.
• Sec. 78-155. Consistency with General Plan.
• Sec. 78-156. Approving body.

ARTICLE VII. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LAND DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS

• Sec. 78-181. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-182. Administration.

ARTICLE VIII. TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-211. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-212. Findings.
• Sec. 78-213. Goals and objectives.

Chapters 79--81 RESERVED

Chapter 82 SOLID WASTE top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL

• Sec. 82-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-32. Keeping and deposit of refuse.
• Sec. 82-33. Accumulation of refuse.
• Sec. 82-34. Placing refuse on street, sidewalk, alley, or public place.
• Sec. 82-35. Unlawful collection.
• Sec. 82-36. Receptacles required.
• Sec. 82-37. Refuse service required.
• Sec. 82-38. Authorized collectors.
• Sec. 82-39. Inspection of sanitary conditions; disputes or complaints regarding collection service.
• Sec. 82-40. Interference with collection.
• Sec. 82-41. Burning of refuse in public places prohibited.
• Sec. 82-42. Burning of refuse on private property.
• Sec. 82-43. Identification of receptacles of persons occupying multiple dwellings.
• Sec. 82-44. Council to set collection regulations.
• Sec. 82-45. Equipment for collecting refuse.
• Sec. 82-46. Collectors not to spill refuse.
• Sec. 82-47. Care of garbage trucks.
• Sec. 82-48. Contracts for refuse collection.
• Sec. 82-49. Disposition of garbage.
• Sec. 82-50. Duties of contractors.
• Sec. 82-51. Charges for collection.
• Sec. 82-52. Disposal of refuse on property of another.
• Sec. 82-53. Abatement procedure.

ARTICLE III. SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING

• Sec. 82-81. Purpose.
• Sec. 82-82. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-83. Source reduction/recycling plans required.
• Sec. 82-84. Exemptions from plan requirement.
• Sec. 82-85. Plan review fee.
• Sec. 82-86. Contracts for collection of recyclable materials.
• Sec. 82-87. Violations.
• Sec. 82-88. Appeals.
• Sec. 82-89. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. RECYCLING FACILITIES

• Sec. 82-111. Purpose.
• Sec. 82-112. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-113. Permit.

ARTICLE V. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (C&D) WASTE RECYCLING

• Sec. 82-114. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 82-115. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-116. Covered projects.
• Sec. 82-117. Diversion requirement.
• Sec. 82-118. Performance security.
• Sec. 82-119. Requirements of the applicant for a covered project.
• Sec. 82-120. Program fee.
• Sec. 82-121. Solid waste including C&D material handling.
• Sec. 82-122. Reporting.
• Sec. 82-123. Compliance.
• Sec. 82-124. Appeal.
• Sec. 82-125. Enforcement.
• Sec. 82-126. False information.

Chapters 83--85 RESERVED

Chapter 86 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND DISCHARGE CONTROL

• Sec. 86-31. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 86-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 86-33. Responsibility for administration.
• Sec. 86-34. Construction and applicability.
• Sec. 86-35. Stormwater Control Plan required.
• Sec. 86-36. Prohibited discharges.
• Sec. 86-37. Discharge in violation of NPDES permit.
• Sec. 86-38. Unlawful discharge and unlawful connections.
• Sec. 86-39. Best management practices and standards.
• Sec. 86-40. Compliance certificates for stormwater management facilities; financing mechanisms.
• Sec. 86-41. Authority to Inspect.
• Sec. 86-42. Violations consituting misdemeanors.
• Sec. 86-43. Penalty for violation.
• Sec. 86-44. Continuing violation.
• Sec. 86-45. Concealment.
• Sec. 86-46. Acts potentially resulting in violation of the Federal Clean Water Act or Porter-Cologne Act.
• Sec. 86-47. Violations deemed a nuisance.
• Sec. 86-48. Civil actions.
• Sec. 86-49. Remedies not exclusive.
• Sec. 86-50. Notice of violation.
• Sec. 86-51. Judicial review

ARTICLE III. GRADING, EROSION, AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL

• Sec. 86-71. Intent and purpose; general provisions.
• Sec. 86-72. Definitions.
• Sec. 86-73. Grading permit; reports; surety bond; erosion control measures.
• Sec. 86-74. Control of work; standards for work.
• Sec. 86-75. Prosecution of violations as infraction.
• Sec. 86-76. Penalties.
• Sec. 86-77. Continuing violations.
• Sec. 86-78. Violations declared nuisance.
• Sec. 86-79. Civil actions.
• Sec. 86-80. Remedies not exclusive.
• Sec. 86-81. Judicial review.
• Sec. 86-82. Severability.

Chapters 87--89 RESERVED

Chapter 90 STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 90-1. Specifications for construction of public improvements.

ARTICLE II. SIDEWALK AND STREET OBSTRUCTIONS

• Sec. 90-31. Removal of obstructions.
• Sec. 90-32. Boxes, barrels, etc., on sidewalks.
• Sec. 90-33. Building materials or machinery on streets and sidewalks--Permit.
• Sec. 90-34. Same--Rules governing placement.
• Sec. 90-35. Wooden awnings.
• Sec. 90-36. Height of awnings and other projections.
• Sec. 90-37. Red lights on sewer trenches.

ARTICLE III. PARADES

• Sec. 90-61. Definition.
• Sec. 90-62. Exceptions.
• Sec. 90-63. Filing and contents of application for permit.
• Sec. 90-64. Late permit applications.
• Sec. 90-65. Action on permit applications.
• Sec. 90-66. Denial or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 90-67. Alternative times, routes, and sites.
• Sec. 90-68. Contents of permit; possession of permit.
• Sec. 90-69. Parking regulations.
• Sec. 90-70. Building permits for grandstands or other structures.
• Sec. 90-71. Officials to be notified of actions on permit.
• Sec. 90-72. Conducting or participating in parade without permit.
• Sec. 90-73. Violation of permit; interference with parade.
• Sec. 90-74. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-75. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. VENDORS

• Sec. 90-101. Findings; intent.
• Sec. 90-102. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-103. Vending locations; permits and business licenses; vendor operations.
• Sec. 90-104. Exemptions.

ARTICLE V. NEWSRACKS

• Sec. 90-131. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-132. Encroachment permit.
• Sec. 90-133. Permissible types of newsracks; size and arrangement.
• Sec. 90-134. Standards for placement.
• Sec. 90-135. Maintenance; advertising; identification of owner.
• Sec. 90-136. Removal.
• Sec. 90-137. Liability insurance.
• Sec. 90-138. Indemnification of city.

ARTICLE VI. SIDEWALK CAFES

• Sec. 90-161. Purpose; findings.
• Sec. 90-162. Definition.
• Sec. 90-163. Conditional encroachment permit required.
• Sec. 90-164. Permissible locations.
• Sec. 90-165. Allowable configurations.
• Sec. 90-166. Sidewalk clearances and furniture location requirements.
• Sec. 90-167. Signs.
• Sec. 90-168. Service of food and beverages; alcoholic beverages.
• Sec. 90-169. Outdoor preparation of food; restrooms; cleanliness and removal of litter.
• Sec. 90-170. Days and hours of operation.
• Sec. 90-171. Term and renewal of permit; temporary suspension of operation.
• Sec. 90-172. Application for permit.
• Sec. 90-173. Revocation of permit; appeal.
• Sec. 90-174. Liability; indemnification of city; insurance.

ARTICLE VII. STREET ENCROACHMENTS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 90-201. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-202. Exemptions.
• Sec. 90-203. Restriction of use.
• Sec. 90-204. Permit required.
• Sec. 90-205. Prohibited encroachments.
• Sec. 90-206. Emergency work.
• Sec. 90-207. Painting of paved surfaces.
• Sec. 90-208. Appeal.

DIVISION 2. PERMITS AND FEES

• Sec. 90-231. Authority to issue permits.
• Sec. 90-232. Application for permit; issuance.
• Sec. 90-233. Form of permit; term; display; transfer; changes in permit or work.
• Sec. 90-234. Fees.
• Sec. 90-235. Bonds; insurance.

DIVISION 3. STANDARDS FOR WORK

• Sec. 90-251. Liability; indemnification of city.
• Sec. 90-252. Public safety requirements.
• Sec. 90-253. Facilitation of traffic flow.
• Sec. 90-254. Notices.
• Sec. 90-255. Care of drainage.
• Sec. 90-256. Specific standards.

ARTICLE VIII. BUILDING LINE SETBACKS

• Sec. 90-281. Declaration of policy.
• Sec. 90-282. Locations of proposed streets to be provided to City Clerk.
• Sec. 90-283. Building permit for structures and improvements within boundaries of proposed streets.
• Sec. 90-284. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-285. Effect of planning and zoning regulations.

ARTICLE IX. MOVING OF BUILDINGS

• Sec. 90-311. Permit required; definitions.
• Sec. 90-312. Application requirements.
• Sec. 90-313. Processing of applications; bond and insurance.
• Sec. 90-314. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-315. Time limit for completing alterations and improvements.
• Sec. 90-316. Street improvements at new site.
• Sec. 90-317. Requirements for movers; standards for moving.
• Sec. 90-318. Clearing of old site.
• Sec. 90-319. Legal lot required.

ARTICLE X. DRIVEWAYS, CURBS, AND SIDEWALKS

• Sec. 90-341. "Driveway" defined; width and separation of driveways.
• Sec. 90-342. Replacement of curb and sidewalk at abandoned driveways.
• Sec. 90-343. Maintenance and repair of sidewalks.
• Sec. 90-344. Liability for personal injury and property damage.

ARTICLE XI. PRIVATE PARKING LOTS

• Sec. 90-371. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 90-372. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-373. Compliance with article.
• Sec. 90-374. Restrictions on charging mail-in parking fees.
• Sec. 90-375. Maximum amount of mail-in parking fees.
• Sec. 90-376. Posting of signs specifying parking restrictions and charges.
• Sec. 90-377. Form and contents of parking charge notices.
• Sec. 90-378. Dispute resolution procedure for contested parking charges.
• Sec. 90-379. Registration.
• Sec. 90-380. Prohibited business practices.
• Sec. 90-381. Areas of applicability.
• Sec. 90-382. Violations; penalty.

Chapters 91--93 RESERVED

Chapter 94 SUBDIVISIONS top

ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

DIVISION 1. INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS

• Sec. 94-1. Citation and authority.
• Sec. 94-2. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-3. Application.
• Sec. 94-4. Exceptions.
• Sec. 94-5. Interpretation.
• Sec. 94-6. Severability.

DIVISION 2. ADMINISTRATION AND COMMON PROCEDURES

• Sec. 94-31. Responsibilities.
• Sec. 94-32. Notification procedures for public hearings.
• Sec. 94-33. Appeals.
• Sec. 94-34. Fees and deposits.

DIVISION 3. MAPS REQUIRED

• Sec. 94-61. General.
• Sec. 94-62. Major subdivisions.
• Sec. 94-63. Minor subdivisions.

ARTICLE II. MAJOR SUBDIVISIONS

DIVISION 1. TENTATIVE MAPS

• Sec. 94-91. General.
• Sec. 94-92. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-93. Accompanying data and reports.
• Sec. 94-94. Department review and referral.
• Sec. 94-95. Public hearing.
• Sec. 94-96. Planning Commission action.
• Sec. 94-97. Expiration and extensions.
• Sec. 94-98. Amendments to approved tentative map.
• Sec. 94-99. Appeals.

DIVISION 2. FINAL MAPS

• Sec. 94-121. General.
• Sec. 94-122. Submittal by units.
• Sec. 94-123. Survey required.
• Sec. 94-124. Monuments required.
• Sec. 94-125. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-126. Submittal for city approval.
• Sec. 94-127. Action by City Council.
• Sec. 94-128. Filing with the County Recorder.

ARTICLE III. MINOR SUBDIVISIONS

DIVISION 1. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS

• Sec. 94-151. General.
• Sec. 94-152. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-153. Zoning Administrator review and referral.
• Sec. 94-154. Public notice.
• Sec. 94-155. Action on the tentative parcel map.
• Sec. 94-156. Expiration and extensions.
• Sec. 94-157. Modifications to the approved tentative parcel map.
• Sec. 94-158. Appeals.

DIVISION 2. PARCEL MAPS

• Sec. 94-181. General.
• Sec. 94-182. Survey required.
• Sec. 94-183. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-184. Preliminary submittal.
• Sec. 94-185. Review by City Engineer and Zoning Administrator.
• Sec. 94-186. Approval by City Engineer.
• Sec. 94-187. Filing with County Recorder.

ARTICLE IV.VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS

DIVISION 1. VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS

• Sec. 94-111. Vesting tentative maps.
• Sec. 94-112. Procedures.
• Sec. 94-113. Vesting of development rights.

ARTICLE V. DEDICATIONS AND RESERVATIONS

DIVISION 1. DEDICATIONS AND RESERVATIONS

• Sec. 94-241. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-242. Streets, alleys and other public rights-of-way or easements.
• Sec. 94-243. Bicycle paths.
• Sec. 94-244. Transit facilities.
• Sec. 94-245. Solar access easements.
• Sec. 94-246. Parkland.
• Sec. 94-247. School sites.
• Sec. 94-248. Watercourses and drainage facilities.
• Sec. 94-249. Acceptance of dedications.
• Sec. 94-250. Recording dedications.
• Sec. 94-251. Reservations.

ARTICLE VI. IMPROVEMENTS AND DESIGN STANDARDS

DIVISION 1. IMPROVEMENTS

• Sec. 94-281. General.
• Sec. 94-282. Improvements required.
• Sec. 94-283. Improvement plans.
• Sec. 94-284. Design of improvements.
• Sec. 94-285. Improvement agreements.
• Sec. 94-286. Deferred improvement agreements.
• Sec. 94-287. Improvement security.
• Sec. 94-288. Construction inspection.
• Sec. 94-289. Completion of improvements.
• Sec. 94-290. Acceptance of improvements.

DIVISION 2. RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS

• Sec. 94-321. Purpose and applicability.
• Sec. 94-322. Subdivision design.
• Sec. 94-323. Access.
• Sec. 94-324. Cable television/video service/internet/telecommunications facilities.
• Sec. 94-325. Energy conservation and solar access.
• Sec. 94-326. Grading and erosion control.
• Sec. 94-327. Protection of natural features and trees.</