This table shows the location or gives the disposition of the chapters, sections and subsections of the 2007 Humble Code of Ordinances within this revised code. The abbreviation “NIC” means the provision is not included in this code, though not necessarily repealed.
2007 CODE OF ORDINANCES
2022 CODE OF ORDINANCES
PART I CHARTER
Charter
PART II CODE OF ORDINANCES
 
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL PROVISIONS
 
Sec. 1-1
Designation and citation of code
Sec. 1-2
Chapter, article, division and subdivision headings; catchlines of sections; charter references, cross references and state law references; history notes
Sec. 1-3
Definitions and rules of construction
Sec. 1-4
Amendments to code–Effect
Sec. 1-5
Same–Manner
Sec. 1-6
Same–Language
Sec. 1-7
Same–New material
Sec. 1-8
Same–Repeal
Sec. 1-9
Same–Subject to general penalty
Sec. 1-10
Supplementation of code
Sec. 1-11
General penalty; continuing violations
Sec. 1-12
Effect of repeal of ordinances
Sec. 1-13
Severability of parts of code
Sec. 1-14
Certain ordinances not affected by code
CHAPTER 2: ADMINISTRATION
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 2-1–2-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. CITY COUNCIL
 
Secs. 2-19–2-37 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Secs. 2-38–2-56 Reserved
 
Division 2. City Manager
 
Sec. 2-57
Office created
Sec. 2-58
Appointment
Sec. 2-59
Residence
Sec. 2-60
Term of office
Sec. 2-61
Absence or disability
Sec. 2-62
Powers and duties
Sec. 2-63
Compensation
Secs. 2-64–2-82 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Secs. 2-83–2-101 Reserved
 
Division 2. Social Security
 
Sec. 2-102
Execution of agreements–Directed
Sec. 2-103
Same–Agent
Sec. 2-104
Duties of secretary
Sec. 2-105
Fund established
Secs. 2-106–2-124 Reserved
 
Division 3. Municipal Retirement System
 
Sec. 2-125
Definitions
NIC
Sec. 2-126
Participation in TMRS
NIC
Sec. 2-127
Service credits
NIC
Sec. 2-128
Employee participation, benefits
NIC
Sec. 2-129
Participation in supplemental disability benefits fund
NIC
Sec. 2-130
Participation in supplemental death benefits fund
NIC
Sec. 2-131
Increase in retirement annuities
NIC
Secs. 2-132–2-145 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Secs. 2-146–2-173 Reserved
 
Division 2. Board of Adjustment and Appeals
 
Sec. 2-174
Appointment
Sec. 2-175
Membership; terms; quorum; secretary; powers
Sec. 2-176
Appeals
Sec. 2-177
Procedures of the board
Secs. 2-178–2-207 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VI. FINANCE
 
Secs. 2-208–2-237 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VII. RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
 
Sec. 2-238
Policy and purpose
Sec. 2-239
Definitions
Sec. 2-240
City records declared public property
Sec. 2-241
Records and information management responsibility established
Sec. 2-242
Duties of city secretary
Sec. 2-243
Responsibilities of city department heads
Sec. 2-244
Responsibilities of records coordinators
Sec. 2-245
City offices to use record schedules
Sec. 2-246
Development of records retention and disposition schedules
Sec. 2-247
Destruction of original city records
Sec. 2-248
One-time destruction of obsolete records
Sec. 2-249
Records center
Sec. 2-250
Preservation of permanent records
Sec. 2-251
Noncurrent records not to be maintained in office files
Sec. 2-252
Destruction of records generally
Secs. 2-253–2-270 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VIII. PREVAILING WAGE
 
Sec. 2-271
Rates adopted–Construction trades
CHAPTER 4: ALARM SYSTEMS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 4-1
Definitions
Sec. 4-2
Effect of chapter on franchises
Sec. 4-3
Local alarms
Secs. 4-4–4-24 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. LICENSES AND PERMITS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 4-25
Required
Secs. 4-26–4-53 Reserved
 
Division 2. Permits
 
Sec. 4-54
Alarm user permit required
Sec. 4-55
Multifamily residential complex
Sec. 4-56
Application
Sec. 4-57
Fee; nontransferability
Sec. 4-58
Charge for the city response to alarm
CHAPTER 6: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 6-1
Definitions
Sec. 6-2
Late hours for consumption, sale or service
Secs. 6-3–6-22 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. LICENSE
 
Sec. 6-23
Required
Sec. 6-24
Fees
§§ 5.03.032, A3.002
Sec. 6-25
Duration
Sec. 6-26
Prerequisites to issuance, effect of issuance
Sec. 6-27
Conduct of business
Sec. 6-28
Location restricted
Secs. 6-29–6-3 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. PROHIBITION OF NUDITY IN COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS SERVING OR
PERMITTING THE CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
 
Sec. 6-60
Purpose
Sec. 6-61
Prohibition
Sec. 6-62
Injunctive relief
CHAPTER 8: AMUSEMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENTS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 8-1
Insurance required for amusement rides
Secs. 8-2–8-20 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. COIN-OPERATED MACHINES
 
Sec. 8-21
Definitions
Sec. 8-22
Occupation tax levied
Sec. 8-23
Payment of tax; receipt to be attached to machine
Sec. 8-24
Nontaxed machines declared nuisance; seizure and destruction
Sec. 8-25
Exemptions from tax
Sec. 8-26
Application to illegal machines
Secs. 8-28–8-55 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. POOL AND BILLIARD ROOMS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 8-56
Definitions
Sec. 8-57
Hours of operation
Sec. 8-58
Inspections
Secs. 8-59–8-89 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 8-90
Required
Sec. 8-91
Application–Generally
Sec. 8-92
Same–Contents
Sec. 8-93
Same–Making false statement
Sec. 8-94
Location, construction of premises
Sec. 8-95
Denial
Sec. 8-96
Revocation; suspension
Sec. 8-97
Transfer
Sec. 8-98
Display
Secs. 8-99–8-123 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
 
Sec. 8-124
Authority, purpose, and intent
Sec. 8-125
Administration
Sec. 8-126
Area covered by regulations
Sec. 8-127
Definitions
Sec. 8-128
Classifications
Sec. 8-129
Sexually oriented business permit required for enterprises
Sec. 8-130
Displayed of permit
Sec. 8-131
Enforcement
Sec. 8-132
Application for permit
§§ 5.10.009, A3.003(a)
Sec. 8-133
Location requirements
Sec. 8-134
Notification of public and interested parties
Sec. 8-135
Application requirements for existing enterprises
Sec. 8-136
Ongoing duties of applicants for and holders of sexually oriented business permits
Sec. 8-137
Public hearing on health and safety
Sec. 8-138
Issuance or denial of permit
Sec. 8-139
Revocation or suspension of permit
Sec. 8-140
Entertainment service provider records
Sec. 8-141
Notice
Sec. 8-142
Temporary sexually oriented business permit provisions
Sec. 8-143
Permit renewals
§§ 5.10.020, A3.003(b)
Sec. 8-144
Investigation
Sec. 8-145
Inspections
Sec. 8-146
Transfer prohibited
Sec. 8-147
Lost or destroyed permit
§§ 5.10.024, A3.003(c)
Sec. 8-148
Operating requirements for enterprises
Sec. 8-149
Additional regulations for adult motels
Sec. 8-150
Regulations pertaining to exhibition of sexually explicit films or videos
Sec. 8-151
Persons younger than 18 prohibited from entry
Secs. 8-152–8-199 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. REGULATION OF GAME ROOMS AND AMUSEMENT REDEMPTION MACHINES
 
Sec. 8-200
Definitions
Sec. 8-201
License required
Sec. 8-202
Payment of annual inspection and license fee; issuance of license
Sec. 8-203
Term of license; jurisdiction; scope
Sec. 8-204
Restrictions, regulations, controls, and limitations
Sec. 8-205
Application for amusement redemption machine game room license
Sec. 8-206
Renewal of amusement redemption machine game room license
Sec. 8-207
Grounds for denial of license; applicants or licensees indebted to city
Sec. 8-208
Suspension or revocation of license for violation of article
Sec. 8-209
Appeal from denial, suspension or revocation of license
Sec. 8-210
Display of license
Sec. 8-211
Inspections
Sec. 8-212
Responsibility of licensee
Sec. 8-213
Parking facilities
Sec. 8-214
Violations of existing laws not authorized
CHAPTER 10: ANIMALS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 10-1
Definitions
Sec. 10-2
Animal shelter established; enforcing officers designated; state rabies control act adopted
Sec. 10-3
When keeping declared to be a nuisance
Sec. 10-4
Running at large
Sec. 10-5
City declared a bird sanctuary
Sec. 10-6
Destruction of birds, nests or eggs prohibited; exception
Sec. 10-7
Beekeeping within city unlawful
Sec. 10-8
Sanctioned youth agricultural programs
Sec. 10-9
Kennels regulated
Sec. 10-10
Number of dogs, cats, fowl and livestock limited
Secs. 10-11–10-34 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. IMPOUNDMENT OF LIVESTOCK AND FOWL
 
Sec. 10-35
Authorized
Sec. 10-36
Right to redeem
Sec. 10-37
Time for redemption
Sec. 10-38
Fees
Sec. 10-39
Sale authorized
Secs. 10-40–10-66 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. DOGS AND DANGEROUS ANIMALS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 10-67
Dogs running at large
Sec. 10-68
Destruction of dangerous, vicious dogs
Sec. 10-69
Surrender of dangerous, biting animal; criteria for destroying
Sec. 10-70
Report of rabid dogs
Sec. 10-71
Suspicion of rabies–Confinement by owner
Sec. 10-72
Same–Confinement by animal control officer
Sec. 10-73
Destruction of diseased dogs
Sec. 10-74
Conduct of quarantine
Secs. 10-75–10-91 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 10-92
Required
Sec. 10-93
License fee levied
Sec. 10-94
When due
Sec. 10-95
Application
Sec. 10-96
Vaccination prerequisite to issuance
Sec. 10-97
Issuance
Sec. 10-98
Issuance of tag
Sec. 10-99
Transfer of tag
Sec. 10-100
No refund of fee
Sec. 10-101
Collar, tags must be worn
Secs. 10-102–10-130 Reserved
 
Division 3. Impoundment
 
Sec. 10-131
Authority
Sec. 10-132
Right of entry
Sec. 10-133
Registry of dogs impounded
Sec. 10-134
Right to redeem
Sec. 10-135
Time for redemption
Sec. 10-136
Fees
Sec. 10-137
Redemption of unvaccinated dog
Sec. 10-138
Redemption by person other than owner
Sec. 10-139
Disposition of funds
Sec. 10-140
Reports
CHAPTER 12: BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 12-1
Establishment of office of building official
Sec. 12-2
Duties of building official
Sec. 12-3
Right of entry
Sec. 12-4
Liability
Sec. 12-5
Contractor registration
Secs. 12-6–12-26 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. TECHNICAL CODES
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Secs. 12-27–12-55 Reserved
 
Division 2. Building and Mechanical Codes
 
Sec. 12-56
Adopted
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sec. 12-57
Conflicts
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sec. 12-58
Definitions
 
 
 
 
 
 
Sec. 12-59
Permit fees
 
 
 
 
 
 
Secs. 12-60–12-76 Reserved
 
Division 3. Electrical Code
 
Sec. 12-77
Adopted
Sec. 12-78
Conflicts
Sec. 12-79
Definitions
Sec. 12-80
Use of aluminum wire prohibited
Sec. 12-81
Additional provisions regarding construction and installation of electric service facilities
Sec. 12-82
Required
Sec. 12-83
When not required
Sec. 12-84
Permit application
Sec. 12-85
Inspections
Sec. 12-86
Tag on inspected work
Sec. 12-87
Work not to be concealed
Sec. 12-88
Certificate of inspection generally
Sec. 12-89
Clearance prior to commencement of service
Secs. 12-90–12-106 Reserved
 
Division 4. Plumbing Code
 
Sec. 12-107
Plumbing license law adopted
Sec. 12-108
Code adopted
Secs. 12-109–12-120 Reserved
 
Division 5. International Energy Conservation Code
 
Sec. 12-121
Adopted
Secs. 12-122–12-129 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. SETBACK LINES AND FLOOR ELEVATIONS
 
Sec. 12-130
Residential setback lines
Sec. 12-131
Commercial setback lines
Sec. 12-132
Floor elevation requirements
Sec. 12-133
Floor elevation requirements in specific areas of the city
Sec. 12-134
Former single-family residential structures utilized for commercial or retail business
Secs. 12-135–12-151 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. MOVING OR REMOVAL OF BUILDINGS
 
Sec. 12-152
Permit required–Moving
Sec. 12-153
Same–Demolishing
Sec. 12-154
Permit fees
Sec. 12-155
Application
Sec. 12-156
Approval of utility companies
Sec. 12-157
Security
Sec. 12-158
Issuance
Sec. 12-159
Restriction on issuance of permit
Secs. 12-160–12-186 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. HISTORIC PRESERVATION
 
Sec. 12-187
Preservation district
Sec. 12-188
Historic designation
Sec. 12-189
Preservation committee
Secs. 12-190–12-216 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VI. FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 12-217
Definitions
Sec. 12-218
Statutory authorization
Sec. 12-219
Findings of fact
Sec. 12-220
Statement of purpose
Sec. 12-221
Methods of reducing flood losses
Sec. 12-222
Application of article
Sec. 12-223
Basis for establishing areas of special flood hazard
Sec. 12-224
Establishment of development permit
Sec. 12-225
Compliance
Sec. 12-226
Abrogation and greater restrictions
Sec. 12-227
Interpretation
Sec. 12-228
Warning and disclaimer of liability
Sec. 12-229
Penalties for noncompliance
Secs. 12-230–12-249 Reserved
 
Division 2. Administration
 
Sec. 12-250
Designation of floodplain administrator
Sec. 12-251
Duties, responsibilities of floodplain administrator
Sec. 12-252
Permit procedures
Sec. 12-253
Variance procedures
Secs. 12-254–12-284 Reserved
 
Division 3. Flood Hazard Reduction
 
Sec. 12-285
General standards
Sec. 12-286
Specific standards
Sec. 12-287
Standards for subdivision proposals
Sec. 12-288
Standards for areas of shallow flooding (AO/AH zones)
Sec. 12-289
Floodways
Sec. 12-290
Severability
NIC
Secs. 12-291–12-311 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VII. TOWERS
 
Sec. 12-312
Definitions
Sec. 12-313
Tower permit required
Sec. 12-314
Exemptions
Sec. 12-315
Location of towers
Sec. 12-316
Tower structure
Sec. 12-317
Security fence
Sec. 12-318
Screening fence
Sec. 12-319
Landscaping
Sec. 12-320
Signs and lights
Sec. 12-321
Application procedures for a tower permit
Sec. 12-322
Notice of pending application
Sec. 12-323
Waiver
Sec. 12-324
Protest and appeal; hearing procedures
Sec. 12-325
Building permit requirement and plan review
Sec. 12-326
Maintenance and inspection
Sec. 12-327
Removal of towers
Sec. 12-328
Deed restriction title report
Sec. 12-329
Permitted hours for construction and maintenance
Secs. 12-330–12-349 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VIII. NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT
 
Sec. 12-350
Definitions
Sec. 12-351
Plats and permits required
Sec. 12-352
Standards
Sec. 12-353
Offenses
Secs. 12-354–12-374 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IX. TENTS AND OTHER TEMPORARY STRUCTURES
 
Sec. 12-375
Definitions
Rpld. by Ord. 22-932
Sec. 12-376
Tents prohibited for permanent or temporary residential use
Rpld. by Ord. 22-932
Sec. 12-377
Certain residential use of tents permitted; affirmative defenses
Rpld. by Ord. 22-932
Sec. 12-378
Tents prohibited for permanent or temporary nonresidential use; certain nonresidential use of tents permitted
Rpld. by Ord. 22-932
Sec. 12-379
Permitting standards for nonresidential use of tents
Rpld. by Ord. 22-932
Secs. 12-380–12-390 Reserved
 
ARTICLE X. CONSTRUCTION
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Secs. 12-391–12-400 Reserved
 
Division 2. Public Water Supply Wells
 
Sec. 12-401
Purpose
Sec. 12-402
Definitions
Sec. 12-403
Prohibited activities
Sec. 12-404
Right of entry
Sec. 12-405
Penalty
Sec. 12-406
Required removal
ARTICLE XI. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
 
Sec. 12-407
Hotels and motels
 
 
(a)
 
(b)
 
(c)
Secs. 12-408–12-499 Reserved
 
Sec. 12-500
Exterior construction requirements for all new buildings
 
 
(a) Purpose
 
(b) Definitions
 
(c) Exterior construction requirements
 
(d) Service area design requirements for all non-single-family residence properties
 
(e) Multifamily residential development screening wall requirement
 
(f) Variances
§§ 9.06.006, A2.001
 
(g) Nonconforming buildings
 
(h) Penalty
Secs. 12-501–12-599 Reserved
 
Sec. 12-600
Recreational vehicles, parks and campgrounds
 
 
(a) Definitions
 
(b) Prohibitions
 
(c) Requirements
CHAPTER 14: EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
 
Sec. 14-1
Director of emergency management; duties and powers
 
 
(a) Organization
 
(b) Emergency management director–Powers and duties
 
(c) Emergency management plan
 
(d) Inter-jurisdictional program
 
(e) Override
 
(f) Liability
 
(g) Commitment of funds
 
(h) Offenses; penalties
Sec. 14-2
National Incident Management System adopted
CHAPTER 16: ENVIRONMENT
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 16-1–16-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. JUNKED VEHICLES
 
Sec. 16-19
Definitions
Sec. 16-20
Exclusions
Sec. 16-21
Administration
Sec. 16-22
Application
Sec. 16-23
Declaration of public nuisance
Sec. 16-24
Abatement of nuisance–Notice to owner or occupant of premises
Sec. 16-25
Same–By city
Sec. 16-26
Public hearing
Sec. 16-27
Disposal of junked vehicles
Sec. 16-28
Junked vehicles shall not be reconstructed
Sec. 16-29
Notice to department of highways and public transportation
Secs. 16-30–16-46 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. NOISE
 
Sec. 16-47
Prohibited generally
Sec. 16-48
Horns, warning devices
Sec. 16-49
Radios, phonographs, etc
Sec. 16-50
Yelling, shouting
Sec. 16-51
Animals, fowl
Sec. 16-52
Defect in vehicle or load
Sec. 16-53
Loading, unloading, opening boxes
Sec. 16-54
Pile drivers, hammers, etc
Sec. 16-55
Blowers
Sec. 16-56
Screeching of tires
Sec. 16-57
Operation of power mowers; construction, demolition–Restricted
Sec. 16-58
Same–Emergency permit
Sec. 16-59
Same–Government agencies, utilities
Secs. 16-60–16-76 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. OFFENSIVE CONDITIONS ON PREMISES
 
Sec. 16-77
Public nuisance prohibited
Secs. 16-78, 16-79 Reserved
 
Sec. 16-80
Notice to owner to remedy or remove condition– Generally
Sec. 16-81
Same–How given
Sec. 16-82
Correction or removal of conditions by city– Generally
Sec. 16-83
Same–Filing of statement of expenses incurred
Sec. 16-84
Same–Lien for and collection of expenses
Sec. 16-85
Same–Repeat violations
Secs. 16-86–16-113 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. GRAFFITI
 
Sec. 16-114
Definitions
Sec. 16-115
Graffiti declared a public nuisance
Sec. 16-116
Abatement
Sec. 16-117
Summary abatement
Secs. 16-118–16-147 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VI. OIL AND GAS WELLS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 16-148
Definitions
Sec. 16-149
Statement of purpose and intent
Sec. 16-150
Oil and gas inspector; appointment to enforce article
Sec. 16-151
Derrick and rig
Sec. 16-152
Pits
Sec. 16-153
Drilling operations, equipment generally
Sec. 16-154
Surface casing
Sec. 16-155
Premises to be kept clean and sanitary
Sec. 16-156
Mufflers required
Sec. 16-157
Storage tanks and separators
Sec. 16-158
Fencing of wells
Sec. 16-159
Noise and other nuisances
Sec. 16-160
Flaring or burning of gas or permitting unburned gas to escape within corporate limits prohibited
Sec. 16-161
Fire prevention
Sec. 16-162
Abandonment and plugging of wells
Sec. 16-163
Disposal of salt water
Sec. 16-164
Violation of laws or regulations
Sec. 16-165
Penalty for violation of article; revocation of permit
Secs. 16-166–16-183 Reserved
 
Division 2. Permit
 
Sec. 16-184
Required
Sec. 16-185
Location restricted; obstructing streets
Sec. 16-186
Proximity to residence, commercial building or structure
Sec. 16-187
Permit application and filing fee
Sec. 16-188
Issuance or refusal; contents
Sec. 16-189
Termination of permit
Sec. 16-190
Permittee’s insurance and bond
Sec. 16-191
Conduits on streets and alleys
Sec. 16-192
Supplemental permit required for deeper drilling
Secs. 16-193–16-199 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VII. BUFFER FENCING
 
Sec. 16-200
Definitions
Sec. 16-201
Temporary buffering wall required
Sec. 16-202
Buffering wall required
Sec. 16-203
Permitting required; procedures
Secs. 16-204–16-299 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VIII. WELLHEAD PROTECTION
 
Sec. 16-300
Purpose
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-301
Scope
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-302
Definitions
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-303
Methods of reducing potential contamination
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-304
Wellhead protection areas
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-305
WHPA administrator
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-306
Permit required for work on wells
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-307
Permit application and requirements
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-308
Fees and amounts
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-309
Issuance of permit
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-310
Wells contaminating other water sources; nuisance abatement
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-311
Activities to be restricted within the wellhead protection area (WHPA)
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Sec. 16-312
Appeals and variances
Rpld. by Ordinance adopting 2022 Code
Secs. 16-313–16-399 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IX. MINIMUM PROPERTY STANDARDS
 
Sec. 16-400
Minimum standards generally; responsibilities of owners and occupants
Sec. 16-401
Responsibilities of owner
Sec. 16-402
Responsibilities of occupant
Sec. 16-403
Retaliation against residents prohibited
Sec. 16-404
Enforcement of minimum standards
Secs. 16-405–16-499 Reserved
 
ARTICLE X. UNATTENDED DONATION DUMPSTERS
 
Sec. 16-500
Purpose
Sec. 16-501
Definitions
Sec. 16-502
Permit required
Sec. 16-503
Regulations
Sec. 16-504
Penalty
CHAPTER 18: FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 18-1
Installation of sprinkler system by unlicensed contractor prohibited
Sec. 18-2
Storage of motor vehicles unlawful in certain areas of apartment complexes
Sec. 18-3
Use of outdoor cookers prohibited in certain locations
Sec. 18-4
Fire alarm permits
Sec. 18-5
Kitchen fire suppression system permits
Secs. 18-6–18-24 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. FIRE DEPARTMENT
 
Sec. 18-25
Created; chief designated
Sec. 18-26
Paid personnel
Sec. 18-27
Volunteer members; officers; drills
Sec. 18-28
Trains in path of crossing upon sounding of fire alarm
Secs. 18-29–18-60 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. FIRE MARSHAL
 
Sec. 18-61
Office created
Sec. 18-62
Organization
Sec. 18-63
Qualifications
Sec. 18-64
Compensation
Sec. 18-65
Duty to investigate fires
Sec. 18-66
Taking of testimony generally
Sec. 18-67
Summon witnesses, obtain evidence, oaths
Sec. 18-68
Private investigations, separate witnesses
Sec. 18-69
Duty when evidence indicates arson
Sec. 18-70
Misconduct of witnesses
Sec. 18-71
Right of entry
Sec. 18-72
Inspection of premises
Sec. 18-73
Correction of dangerous conditions
Sec. 18-74
Record of fires
Sec. 18-75
Attendance at fires
Sec. 18-76
Monthly report
Sec. 18-77
Designation, posting, closing of fire lanes; parking in fire lanes prohibited; issuance of summons or notice
Secs. 18-78–18-97 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. FIRE CODE
 
Sec. 18-98
Adopted
Sec. 18-99
Conflicts
Sec. 18-100
Establishment and duties of bureau of fire prevention
Sec. 18-101
Definitions
Sec. 18-102
Modifications
Sec. 18-103
Appeals
Sec. 18-104
New materials, processes or occupancies which may require permits
Sec. 18-105
Penalties
Secs. 18-106–18-123 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. ABOVEGROUND STORAGE OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS
 
Sec. 18-124
Definitions
Sec. 18-125
Aboveground flammable and combustible liquid tanks
Sec. 18-126
Site requirement and capacity
Secs. 18-127–18-150 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VI. ARSON REWARD
 
Sec. 18-151
Established
Sec. 18-152
How offered
Sec. 18-153
Notice
Sec. 18-154
Payment
Secs. 18-155–18-176 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VII. EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICE
 
Sec. 18-177
Persons authorized to engage in emergency ambulance service
CHAPTER 20: FOOD AND FOOD HANDLERS
 
Sec. 20-1
Designation of health authority
Sec. 20-2
State and county regulations adopted
Sec. 20-3
Definitions
Sec. 20-4
Food permits
Sec. 20-5
Review of plans
Sec. 20-6
Food manager certification
Sec. 20-7
Inspections
Sec. 20-8
Correction of violations
Sec. 20-9
Farmers’ market vendor’s permit
CHAPTER 22: LAW ENFORCEMENT
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 22-1–22-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. POLICE DEPARTMENT
 
Sec. 22-19
Department created
Sec. 22-20
Chief of police; salary
Sec. 22-21
Arrest without warrant
CHAPTER 24: MOBILE HOMES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 24-1
Definitions
Sec. 24-2
Prohibition
Sec. 24-3
Requirements
Sec. 24-4
Duties and powers of building official
Sec. 24-5
Building notices and orders
Sec. 24-6
Mobile home tiedown
Sec. 24-7
Maintenance
Secs. 24-8–24-32 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. PERMITS
 
Sec. 24-33
Required
Sec. 24-34
Application
Sec. 24-35
Affidavit
Sec. 24-36
Fee
Secs. 24-37–24-60 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. MOBILE HOME PARKS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 24-61
Maintenance
Sec. 24-62
Office building
Sec. 24-63
Rules and regulations
Sec. 24-64
Management
Sec. 24-65
Supervision
Sec. 24-66
Register of occupants
Secs. 24-67–24-90 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 24-91
Required
Sec. 24-92
Application
Sec. 24-93
Investigation
Sec. 24-94
Fees
Sec. 24-95
Issuance
Sec. 24-96
Transfer
Sec. 24-97
Expiration
Sec. 24-98
Posting
Sec. 24-99
Revocation
Secs. 24-100–24-126 Reserved
 
Division 3. Specific Requirements
 
Sec. 24-127
Compliance
Sec. 24-128
Location
Sec. 24-129
Drainage
Sec. 24-130
Minimum size of space
Sec. 24-131
Placement of homes
Sec. 24-132
Setbacks
Sec. 24-133
Recreation areas
Sec. 24-134
Electrical outlets
Sec. 24-135
Service buildings
Sec. 24-136
Driveways
Sec. 24-137
Walkways
Sec. 24-138
Additional construction
Sec. 24-139
Water supply
Sec. 24-140
Sewage and refuse disposal
Sec. 24-141
Garbage receptacles
Sec. 24-142
Fire protection
Sec. 24-143
Fuel
Sec. 24-144
Sales and/or repair; storage of mobile homes
CHAPTER 26: MUNICIPAL COURT
 
Sec. 26-1
Created
Sec. 26-2
Jurisdiction
Sec. 26-3
Rules of practice and procedure
Sec. 26-4
Judges
Sec. 26-5
Same–Appointment
Sec. 26-6
Clerks–Appointment
Sec. 26-7
Same–Powers and duties
Sec. 26-8
Security fee as a cost of court
§§ 2.05.041, A1.001(a)
Sec. 26-9
Municipal court technology fund
§§ 2.05.042, A1.001(b)
CHAPTER 28: OFFENSES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 28-1
Disorderly conduct
Sec. 28-2
Abandoned refrigerators or airtight containers
Sec. 28-3
Interfering with, obstructing officers
Sec. 28-4
Giving false name and address to officers prohibited
Sec. 28-5
Refusing to aid an officer
Sec. 28-6
Peeping toms prohibited
Sec. 28-7
Failure to abate nuisance deemed misdemeanor
Sec. 28-8
Water towers, poles and similar structures; climbing
Sec. 28-9
Posting on poles
Sec. 28-10
Destroying lawful posters
Sec. 28-11
Regulation of recreational vehicles
Secs. 28-12–28-38 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
 
Sec. 28-39
Determination of “attempt to possess”
Sec. 28-40
Attempted possession of marijuana unlawful
Sec. 28-41
Possession of other unlawful substances
Sec. 28-42
Exceptions
Sec. 28-43
Prosecution for attempt
Secs. 28-44–28-74 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. CONDUCT AND TRAFFIC AT DRIVE-IN RESTAURANTS
 
Sec. 28-75
Definition
Sec. 28-76
Duty of operator to maintain order
Sec. 28-77
Enumerated prohibitions
Sec. 28-78
Sign to be posted
Secs. 28-79–28-99 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. JUVENILE CURFEWS
 
Sec. 28-100
Purpose
Sec. 28-101
Definitions
Sec. 28-102
Offenses
Sec. 28-103
Defenses
Sec. 28-104
Enforcement
Sec. 28-105
Penalties
Secs. 28-106–28-123 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. SEXUAL OFFENDERS
 
Sec. 28-124
Definitions
Sec. 28-125
Residency restrictions–Child care facilities and schools
Sec. 28-126
Same–Landlords
Sec. 28-127
Exemptions
Sec. 28-128
Calculation of distance between residence and child care facility or school
Secs. 28-129–28-150 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VI. PHOTOGRAPHIC TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM
 
Sec. 28-151
Preamble; purpose; applicability; findings
Sec. 28-152
Definitions
Sec. 28-153
Offense
Sec. 28-154
Administration of photographic traffic enforcement system
Sec. 28-155
Affirmative defenses
Sec. 28-156
Penalty; enforcement
Sec. 28-157
Non-judicial administrative hearing procedures
Sec. 28-158
Appeal
Sec. 28-159
Severability
NIC
Secs. 28-160–28-700 Reserved
 
ARTICLE VII. SMOKING
 
Sec. 28-701
Definitions
Sec. 28-702
Prohibition of smoking in enclosed public places
Sec. 28-703
Prohibition of smoking in places of employment
Sec. 28-704
Prohibition of smoking in seating areas at outdoor events
Sec. 28-705
Prohibition of smoking in public transportation facilities
Sec. 28-706
Reasonable distance
Sec. 28-707
Where smoking not regulated
Sec. 28-708
Declaration of establishment as nonsmoking
Sec. 28-709
Posting of signs
Sec. 28-710
Enforcement
Sec. 28-711
Rules and regulations
Sec. 28-712
Violations and penalties
Sec. 28-713
Other applicable laws
CHAPTER 30: PEDDLERS, SOLICITORS, TRANSIENT BUSINESSES AND HANDBILL DISTRIBUTORS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 30-1–30-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. PEDDLERS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 30-19
Definition
Sec. 30-20
Exceptions
Sec. 30-21
Posting of property
Sec. 30-22
Hours of operation
Secs. 30-23–30-47 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 30-48
Required
Sec. 30-49
Interstate commerce
Sec. 30-50
Nonprofit entities
Sec. 30-51
Application
Sec. 30-52
Driver’s license
Sec. 30-53
False information
Sec. 30-54
Service of process
Sec. 30-55
Bond
Sec. 30-56
Fee
Sec. 30-57
Procedures for issuance
Sec. 30-58
Record
Sec. 30-59
Duration
Sec. 30-60
Display
Sec. 30-61
Advertising restricted
Sec. 30-62
Suspension or revocation
Sec. 30-63
Use of public right-of-way
Secs. 30-64–30-82 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. TRANSIENT RETAIL BUSINESSES
 
Sec. 30-83
Definitions
Sec. 30-84
Exemptions
Sec. 30-85
Parking or stopping for purpose of selling
Sec. 30-86
License required
Sec. 30-87
Application
Sec. 30-88
Fee; term; reapplication upon change in information
Sec. 30-89
Parking
Sec. 30-90
Display; issuance of receipts
Sec. 30-91
Use of public right-of-way
Secs. 30-92–30-108 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. DISTRIBUTION OF HANDBILLS
 
Sec. 30-109
Definitions
Sec. 30-110
Exemption for mail and newspapers
Sec. 30-111
Inhabited private premises
Sec. 30-112
Prohibited where properly posted
Sec. 30-113
Depositing on uninhabited or vacant premises
Sec. 30-114
Placing on vehicles
Sec. 30-115
Restricted in public places
Sec. 30-116
Use of public right-of-way
CHAPTER 32: SECONDHAND GOODS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 32-1–32-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. JUNK DEALERS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 32-19
Definitions
Sec. 32-20
Enclosure of premises
Sec. 32-21
Inspection
Sec. 32-22
Record of transactions
Sec. 32-23
Report to police
Sec. 32-24
Access to records
Sec. 32-25
Record of identification of motor vehicles
Sec. 32-26
Removal of identification numbers
Sec. 32-27
Minimum retention period
Sec. 32-28
Dismantling of motor vehicles restricted
Sec. 32-29
Certain purchases prohibited
Secs. 32-30–32-46 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 32-47
Required
Sec. 32-48
Application
Sec. 32-49
Condition of issuance
Sec. 32-50
Bond required
Sec. 32-51
Approval of proposed premises
Sec. 32-52
Fee
Sec. 32-53
Issuance
Sec. 32-54
Denial
Sec. 32-55
Duration
Sec. 32-56
Contents
Sec. 32-57
Location of business
Sec. 32-58
Display
Sec. 32-59
Duplicates
Sec. 32-60
Identification of vehicles
Sec. 32-61
Suspension or revocation
Secs. 32-62–32-80 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. PRECIOUS METALS AND GEMS DEALERS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 32-81
Definitions
Sec. 32-82
Transaction record required
Sec. 32-83
Holding period for items purchased
Sec. 32-84
Purchases from minors prohibited; exception
Sec. 32-85
Duty to report stolen goods
Secs. 32-86–32-113 Reserved
 
Division 2. License
 
Sec. 32-114
Required
Sec. 32-115
Application
Sec. 32-116
Fee, term
Sec. 32-117
Where valid; transfer of location of business
Sec. 32-118
Revocation of license; notice; hearing
CHAPTER 33: SIGNS
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 33-1
Purpose
Sec. 33-2
Definitions
Sec. 33-3
Sign districts created
Secs. 33-4–33-25 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. REGULATIONS
 
Sec. 33-26
Permit required
Sec. 33-27
Application for sign permit
Sec. 33-28
Permit issuance
Sec. 33-29
Permit fee
Sec. 33-30
Variances
Sec. 33-31
Revocation of permit
Sec. 33-32
Number, date, and voltage
Secs. 33-33–33-50 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. TYPES OF SIGNS
 
Sec. 33-51
Signs allowed in all districts
Sec. 33-52
Signs prohibited in all districts
Sec. 33-53
Additional signs allowed-Sign District A
Sec. 33-54
Additional signs allowed-Sign District B
Sec. 33-55
Additional signs allowed-Sign District C
Sec. 33-56
Additional signs allowed-Shopping centers and integrated business development
Sec. 33-57
Permanent identification signs
Sec. 33-58
Not-for-profit entities or private school signs
Sec. 33-59
Portable signs
Secs. 33-60–33-75 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. COMPLIANCE AND ENFORCEMENT
 
Sec. 33-76
Nonconforming signs
Sec. 33-77
Periodic inspection
Sec. 33-78
Appeals
Sec. 33-79
Penal provision
CHAPTER 34: SOLID WASTE
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 34-1–34-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 34-19
Definitions
Sec. 34-20
Littering prohibited–Generally
Sec. 34-21
Same–Duty of business owners, occupants
Sec. 34-22
Same–Duty of customer
Sec. 34-23
Vehicles
Sec. 34-24
Neatness
Secs. 34-25–34-51 Reserved
 
Division 2. Collection and Disposal
 
Sec. 34-52
Duty to provide
Amnd. by Ord. 22-920
Sec. 34-53
Specifications
Amnd. by Ord. 22-920
Sec. 34-54
Replacement upon notice
Amnd. by Ord. 22-920
Sec. 34-55
Maintenance
Amnd. by Ord. 22-920
CHAPTER 36: STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 36-1
Obstruction of sidewalks
Sec. 36-2
Plans, specifications generally
Sec. 36-3
Obstruction, etc., of drainage
Sec. 36-4
Temporary culverts prohibited
Sec. 36-5
Obstruction of public ways generally
Sec. 36-6
Interference, obstruction of public improvements prohibited
Sec. 36-7
Manner of work; cleanliness of premises
Secs. 36-8–36-32 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. EXCAVATIONS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 36-33
Protection of public
Sec. 36-34
Supervision of work
Sec. 36-35
Duties upon completion of work
Sec. 36-36
Acceptance, inspection of completed work
Sec. 36-37
Boring may be required
Secs. 36-38–36-62 Reserved
 
Division 2. Permit
 
Sec. 36-63
Required
Sec. 36-64
Application
Sec. 36-65
Bond required
Sec. 36-66
Issuance
Secs. 36-67–36-90 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. SIGHT OBSTRUCTIONS AT INTERSECTIONS
 
Sec. 36-91
Definition
Sec. 36-92
Enforcement of article provisions
Sec. 36-93
Restricted areas
Sec. 36-94
Maximum height of shrubs, etc
Sec. 36-95
Minimum clearance of trees
CHAPTER 38: SUBDIVISIONS
 
Sec. 38-1
Title
Sec. 38-2
Definitions
Sec. 38-3
Violations and penalties
Sec. 38-4
Determination
Sec. 38-5
Purpose and intent
Sec. 38-6
Application and jurisdiction of regulations
Sec. 38-7
Administration and enforcement
Sec. 38-8
General type and character of plans and plats to be submitted
Sec. 38-9
Preliminary plan requirements; exhibits and supporting documents
Sec. 38-10
Final plat requirements; exhibits and supporting documents
Sec. 38-11
Subdivision design standards
Sec. 38-12
Streets; general intent
Sec. 38-13
Public streets
Sec. 38-14
Public alleys
Sec. 38-15
Public street and alley width; suggestions
Sec. 38-16
Private streets
Sec. 38-17
Street names
Sec. 38-18
Block lengths
Sec. 38-19
One-foot reserves
Sec. 38-20
Partial or half streets
Sec. 38-21
Street lighting
Sec. 38-22
Easements
Sec. 38-23
Building setback restrictions
Sec. 38-24
Reserve tracts
Sec. 38-25
Lots; general provisions
Sec. 38-26
Compensating open space
Sec. 38-27
Multifamily residential uses; general provisions
Sec. 38-28
Building design, fire walkway
Sec. 38-29
Off-street parking requirements
Sec. 38-30
Common area lighting
Sec. 38-31
Engineering documents regarding public improvements
Sec. 38-32
Recording of final plats
Sec. 38-33
Vacation of recorded plats
Sec. 38-34
Disapproval of plans and plat; maintenance of dedicated improvements
Sec. 38-35
Variances
Sec. 38-36
Amendments
Sec. 38-37
Appeals
Sec. 38-38
Repeal of conflicting ordinances
CHAPTER 40: TAXATION
 
Sec. 40-1
Tax lien created
Sec. 40-2
Occupation tax–Generally
Sec. 40-3
Same–Penalty
Sec. 40-4
Sales, use tax
Sec. 40-5
Exemption of residential use of gas and electricity from sales and use tax
Sec. 40-6
Homestead tax exemption to persons 65 or over– Granted; exception
Sec. 40-7
Same–Proof of entitlement
Sec. 40-8
Tax exemption on residence homesteads of persons under social security disability
Sec. 40-9
Imposition of certain collection expenses upon delinquent taxpayers
§§ 2.08.033, A1.002
Sec. 40-10
Room occupancy tax
 
 
(a) Definitions
 
(b) Tax levied
 
(c) Exception
 
(d) Collection
 
(e) Reports
 
(f) Rules and regulations
 
(g) Penalties
Sec. 40-11
Taxation of certain tangible personal property and ores
Sec. 40-12
Local share of bingo prize fee
Sec. 40-13
Goods-in-transit tax
Sec. 40-14
Taxation of telecommunication services
CHAPTER 42: RIGHT-OF-WAY MANAGEMENT
 
ARTICLE I. PERMIT REQUIRED FOR WORK IN RIGHT-OF-WAY
 
Sec. 42-1
Definitions
Sec. 42-2
Registration and construction permits
Sec. 42-3
Construction standards
Sec. 42-4
General terms applicable to permit holders
Sec. 42-5
Structure location and conformance with public improvements
Sec. 42-6
Improperly installed structures
Sec. 42-7
Restoration of property
Sec. 42-8
Revocation or denial of permit
Sec. 42-9
Construction and maintenance of structures
Sec. 42-10
Permit and right-of-way fees
§§ 10.04.010, A2.002
Sec. 42-11
Indemnification
Sec. 42-12
Relocation and removal of structures
Sec. 42-13
Future contingency
Sec. 42-14
Conflicts with other requirements
CHAPTER 44: TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 44-1–44-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 44-19
Definitions
Sec. 44-20
Use of roller skates, toys and similar devices restricted
Sec. 44-21
Skateboards, roller skates, inline skates, etc., prohibited in Old Humble Downtown
Sec. 44-22
Payment of fine at traffic violations bureau
Sec. 44-23
Authority of officers of fire department to direct traffic
Sec. 44-24
Temporary traffic control officers
Sec. 44-25
Motor vehicle, boat operation on flooded street or parking lot unlawful
Sec. 44-26
Driving on fresh pavement
Sec. 44-27
“Digging out” prohibited
Sec. 44-28
Obstructing traffic generally
Sec. 44-29
Operation of dangerous vehicles
Sec. 44-30
Ratification of existing devices
Secs. 44-31–44-48 Reserved
 
Division 2. Truck Routes
 
Sec. 44-49
Definitions
Sec. 44-50
Application of regulations
Sec. 44-51
Exceptions
Sec. 44-52
Trucks originating outside city–One inside destination point
Sec. 44-53
Same–Multiple inside destination points
Sec. 44-54
Trucks originating inside city–Outside destination point
Sec. 44-55
Same–Inside destination points
Sec. 44-56
Maps
Sec. 44-57
Signs
Sec. 44-58
Failure to post
Sec. 44-59
Weigh-in
Secs. 44-60–44-76 Reserved
 
Division 3. Stopping, Standing and Parking
 
Subdivision I. In General
 
Sec. 44-77
Special parking
Sec. 44-78
Parking for certain purposes
Sec. 44-79
Angle parking
Sec. 44-80
Parking not to obstruct traffic
Sec. 44-81
Parking in alleys
Sec. 44-82
Habitual parking
Sec. 44-83
Parking for more than 72 hours prohibited
Sec. 44-84
Parking of commercial vehicles prohibited
Sec. 44-85
Proof of ownership of vehicle; presumption
Secs. 44-86–44-109 Reserved
 
Subdivision II. Restrictions and Prohibitions on Certain Streets
 
Sec. 44-110
Standing or parking
Sec. 44-111
Regulations not exclusive
Sec. 44-112
Parking prohibited on certain streets
Sec. 44-113
Parking restricted on certain streets
Sec. 44-114
Parking signs required
Secs. 44-115–44-141 Reserved
 
Subdivision III. Loading and Unloading
 
Sec. 44-142
Designation of curb loading zones
Sec. 44-143
Standing in passenger curb loading zone
Sec. 44-144
Standing in freight curb loading zones
Sec. 44-145
City traffic engineer to designate public carrier stops and stands
Sec. 44-146
Stopping, standing and parking of buses and taxicabs regulated
Sec. 44-147
Restricted use of bus and taxicab stands
Secs. 44-148–44-177 Reserved
 
Division 4. Parades and Processions
 
Sec. 44-178
Permit required
Sec. 44-179
When prohibited
Sec. 44-180
Route
Sec. 44-181
Insurance
Sec. 44-182
Fee
Sec. 44-183
Prohibited during emergency
Sec. 44-184
Exceptions
Sec. 44-185
Change of route
Sec. 44-186
Driving through procession prohibited
Sec. 44-187
Unlawful to interrupt
Secs. 44-188–44-212 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. WRECKERS AND VEHICLE STORAGE FACILITIES
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 44-213
Definitions
Sec. 44-214
Consent tows
Sec. 44-215
Nonconsent tows
Sec. 44-216
Police-authorized tows
Sec. 44-217
Parking upon arrival
Sec. 44-218
Igniting matches or smoking at scene of accident
Sec. 44-219
Solicitation of business
Sec. 44-220
Obedience to, interference with police officers
Sec. 44-221
Duties of officers
Sec. 44-222
Required equipment
Sec. 44-223
Clearing debris
Sec. 44-224
Charges, police-authorized and nonconsent tows
Sec. 44-225
Ad valorem taxes
Secs. 44-226–44-243 Reserved
 
Division 2. Vehicle Storage Facilities
 
Sec. 44-244
State license required
Sec. 44-245
Hours of operation
Sec. 44-246
Storage place for wrecked or disabled vehicles; identifying sign
Sec. 44-247
Reasonable storage effort
Sec. 44-248
Notice to vehicle owners
Sec. 44-249
Charges
Sec. 44-250
Buffer fencing required
Secs. 44-251–44-276 Reserved
 
Division 3. Wrecker Permits
 
Sec. 44-277
Required classes
Sec. 44-278
Application
Sec. 44-279
Fee
Sec. 44-280
Pro rata fees
Sec. 44-281
Insurance
Sec. 44-282
Issuance
Sec. 44-283
Contents
Sec. 44-284
Additional vehicles
Sec. 44-285
Replacement of vehicle
Sec. 44-286
Rules; regulations
Sec. 44-287
Expiration
Sec. 44-288
Revocation
Secs. 44-289–33-309 Reserved
 
Division 4. Wrecker Drivers
 
Sec. 44-310
State operators license required
Sec. 44-311
City license required
Sec. 44-312
Application
Sec. 44-313
Investigation
Sec. 44-314
Issuance
Sec. 44-315
Revocation, suspension or denial of wrecker operator’s license
Sec. 44-316
Appeal
Sec. 44-317
Identification cards
Sec. 44-318
Duration
Sec. 44-319
Fee
CHAPTER 46: UTILITIES
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Sec. 46-1
Definition
Sec. 46-2
Scope of provisions
Sec. 46-3
Service to comply with technical provisions
Sec. 46-4
Rules, regulations
Sec. 46-5
Inspection outside city
Sec. 46-6
Right of entry
Sec. 46-7
Termination of service authorized
Sec. 46-8
Liability of city for damage
Sec. 46-9
Use assumed
Sec. 46-10
Service not available to debtors
Sec. 46-11
Utility service application–Required
Sec. 46-12
Same–Approval
Sec. 46-13
Not to use contrary to permit
Sec. 46-14
Damage, trespass of equipment
Sec. 46-15
Temporary interruption of service
Sec. 46-16
Restricting use
Sec. 46-17
Sale of service by customer
Sec. 46-18
Connections to service
Sec. 46-19
Separate connections
Sec. 46-20
Unlawful connections
Sec. 46-21
Unlawful use
Sec. 46-22
Maintenance of system by consumer
Secs. 46-23–46-47 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. RATES AND CHARGES
 
Sec. 46-48
Meters
Sec. 46-49
Deposits required
Sec. 46-50
Refund of deposit
Sec. 46-51
Effect of transfer, moving
Sec. 46-52
Determination of charges
Sec. 46-53
When payment due
Sec. 46-54
Penalty for failure to pay
Sec. 46-55
Disconnection for nonpayment
Sec. 46-56
Reconnection after disconnection
Sec. 46-57
Voluntary discontinuance of service
Secs. 46-58–46-87 Reserved
 
ARTICLE III. INDUSTRIAL WASTES
 
Sec. 46-88
Definitions
Sec. 46-89
Special agreements
Sec. 46-90
Protection from damage
Sec. 46-91
Right of entry
Sec. 46-92
Use of the public sewers generally
Sec. 46-93
Enumeration of prohibited discharges
Sec. 46-94
Application statement for discharge of industrial wastes
Sec. 46-95
Grease and grit traps
Sec. 46-96
Discharge of certain wastes subject to review, approval
Sec. 46-97
Preliminary treatment facilities
Sec. 46-98
Control manhole may be required
Sec. 46-99
Measurements, tests generally
Sec. 46-100
Enforcement
Secs. 46-101–46-128 Reserved
 
ARTICLE IV. WATER AND SEWER MAIN EXTENSIONS
 
Sec. 46-129
Application
Sec. 46-130
Deposit required
Sec. 46-131
Participation by others in cost
Sec. 46-132
Modification of charges
Sec. 46-133
Adjustments between the estimated cost and actual cost
Sec. 46-134
Limitation on refunds
Sec. 46-135
Availability of funds or materials
Sec. 46-136
Application of funds collected
Sec. 46-137
No vested rights
Secs. 46-138–46-150 Reserved
 
ARTICLE V. WATER CONSERVATION
 
Sec. 46-151
Water conservation and drought contingency plan adopted
Rpld. by Ord. 20-876
CHAPTER 48: VEHICLES FOR HIRE
 
ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL
 
Secs. 48-1–48-18 Reserved
 
ARTICLE II. TAXICABS
 
Division 1. Generally
 
Sec. 48-19
Definitions
Sec. 48-20
Exclusion from provisions
Sec. 48-21
Council to fix, display rates
Sec. 48-22
Conformance to rate required
Sec. 48-23
Ownership of vehicle
Sec. 48-24
Maximum seating
Sec. 48-25
Transportation of criminals
Sec. 48-26
Acting on behalf of prostitutes or unlawful establishments
Sec. 48-27
Consumption of alcoholic beverages in vehicle
Sec. 48-28
Sale of alcoholic beverages
Sec. 48-29
Receipt, discharge of passengers
Sec. 48-30
Business office required
Sec. 48-31
Advertising
Secs. 48-32–48-50 Reserved
 
Division 2. Permit
 
Sec. 48-51
Required
Sec. 48-52
Application
Sec. 48-53
Consideration, action by council
Sec. 48-54
Contents
Sec. 48-55
Fee
Sec. 48-56
Expiration
Sec. 48-57
Replacement of vehicle
Sec. 48-58
Transfer prohibited
Sec. 48-59
Display
Sec. 48-60
Inspection of vehicles; mechanical condition
Sec. 48-61
Inspection of meter
Sec. 48-62
Revocation
Sec. 48-63
Identification of vehicles
Secs. 48-64–48-84 Reserved
 
Division 3. Liability Insurance
 
Sec. 48-85
Required
Sec. 48-86
Minimum amount of coverage
Sec. 48-87
Persons protected
Sec. 48-88
Provision for continuing liability
Sec. 48-89
Increasing amount upon return of execution unsatisfied
Sec. 48-90
Cancellation
Sec. 48-91
City not liable for solvency of insurer; owner’s liability not affected; suits on policy
Secs. 48-92–48-110 Reserved
 
Division 4. Drivers
 
Sec. 48-111
State driver’s license required
Sec. 48-112
City license required
Sec. 48-113
Qualifications
Sec. 48-114
Application
Sec. 48-115
Investigation
Sec. 48-116
Issuance
Sec. 48-117
Appeal
Sec. 48-118
Identification cards
Sec. 48-119
Transfer prohibited
Sec. 48-120
Duration
Sec. 48-121
Fee
Sec. 48-122
Appearance
Sec. 48-123
Solicitation of business
Sec. 48-124
Property left in vehicle