§ 30-1462. Purpose and intent.

(a)

Vending on private property in the city, as defined in section 30-1461, shall be subject to regulation as set forth in this article, including the requirement of regulatory licenses and permits.

(b)

It is the intent of council in enacting this article to:

(1)

Serve and protect the health, safety and welfare of the general public.

(2)

Establish a uniform set of rules and regulations which are fair and equitable.

(3)

Provide economic development opportunities for small entrepreneurs in the city.

(4)

Provide a variety of goods and services for sale.

(5)

Promote stable vendors who will enrich the city's ambiance and be assets to public security.

(6)

Ensure that persons vending on private property have the permission of the property owner prior to providing goods and services to the public.

(7)

Ensure that persons vending on private property do not impede on public vending spaces.

(Code 1977, § 14-5174)