The purpose of this article is to prohibit the
keeping or harboring of wild animals and reptiles within the Borough
in order to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the
populace of the Borough and to keep public order and prevent riot
and panic in case of fire or other emergencies.
As used in this article, the following terms
shall have the meanings indicated:
PLACE
Any plot, lot, house, garage, barn, building or structure
of any kind or nature.
WILD ANIMAL AND REPTILE
Any animal or reptile of a specie dangerous to human beings
or savage in nature living ordinarily at large and not customarily
made tame or gentle by long continued association with man without
regard to whether a specific animal or reptile is considered a pet
or domesticated by its keeper or possessor.
No person shall hereafter keep, maintain, harbor
or have in his possession any wild animal or reptile in, at or upon
any premises or place owned, leased or otherwise occupied by him within
the Borough. No person shall hire, lease or occupy any place within
the Borough for the purpose of keeping or maintaining or harboring
any wild animal or reptile.