Unless otherwise expressly stated, when used
in this chapter the word "laundromat" shall include a self-service
place used by the general public for the purpose of washing or drying
clothing or other fabrics.
It shall be unlawful for any person to establish,
maintain or operate a laundromat without a license therefor.
The provisions of this chapter shall not apply
to laundromats in residential buildings, except that this exemption
shall not apply to store units in buildings occupied in part for residential
purposes.
[Amended 12-20-2000 by L.L. No. 13-2000]
Every person licensed pursuant to this chapter
shall pay an annual license fee to be set annually by resolution of
the City Council before adoption of the budget for the following year.
[Amended 4-21-1982 by Ord. No. 3-1982]
No laundromat shall be operated between the
hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. unless there shall be a supervising
attendant present in the store at all times.