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An Ordinance amending Chapter 18, Article V of the City of Laredo Code of Ordinances to change the title of Article V to “Certificates of Occupancy” and Establish Requirements and Fees for Certificates of Occupancy Application Fee of $100.00 for a business under 2,000 square feet or $200.00 for a business over 2,001 square feet, change of name fee on an existing business will be $50.00. Temporary Certificate of Occupancy Fee will be $200.00. All application fees are non-refundable and due upon submission of the application. Copies of the Certificate of Occupancy will have a fee of $20.00 each; providing that this Ordinance shall be cumulative; providing for a savings clause; providing for a severability clause; providing for a penalty; providing for publication; and declaring an effective date.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On May 20, 2024 City Council approved Ordinance 2024-O-107.
BACKGROUND
Chapter 18, Article V of the Laredo Code of Ordinances regulates and requires all businesses to have a certificate of occupancy in order to conduct business within the City of Laredo. The City Council is concerned about businesses in the City of Laredo conducting business that is in violation of City of Laredo ordinances. The City is expressly authorized to regulate business establishments and require a certificate of occupancy by virtue of being a home rule municipality. The proposed amendment provides for the purpose of promoting the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the City and its residents to adopt and enforce procedures for revoking certificates of occupancy procedures.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that the City Council approve this ordinance.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: NA
Source of Funds: NA
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: NA
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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