[R.O. 2009 §12-261; Code 1969 §7-3]
A "parking lot" is any area which is designed
for the use of parking automobiles or other motor vehicles, but specifically
excludes parking areas for single-family dwelling units.
[R.O. 2009 §12-262; Code 1969 §7-14]
No person shall construct or maintain a parking lot within the
City, nor shall any such person allow any property to be used for
a parking lot without first having obtained a permit for such construction,
maintenance or use from the Building Official in full compliance with
the terms of this Article.
[R.O. 2009 §12-263; Code 1969 §7-9]
Each owner of a parking lot making a charge for the use of the
lot shall be required to obtain from the City Clerk/Administrator
a license for the use of the lot.
[R.O. 2009 §12-264; Code 1969 §7-10]
Each operator of a parking lot, prior to being issued a license
under this Article shall file a bond or certificate of insurance in
the sum of five thousand dollars ($5,000.00) with the City Clerk/Administrator.
Such bond or certificate of insurance shall be subject to the approval
of the City Attorney and shall run to the City for the benefit of
any person who may receive injury or damage resulting from the negligent
maintenance or operation of such lot.
[R.O. 2009 §12-265; Code 1969 §7-12]
Upon application in writing to it, the Board of Aldermen may
issue to a person a permit to operate a temporary parking lot for
a period not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days. Such application
shall set forth the reasons for which a temporary permit is sought
and before any such permit shall be issued and the operation of such
temporary lot shall be commenced, the owner or operator of such temporary
lot shall agree and shall conform to all conditions prescribed by
the Board of Aldermen relating to the construction and use of the
temporary parking lot.