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16-14-1 - Definition.#
Alarm Systems - Any mechanism, equipment, or device which is designed to detect an unauthorized entry into any building or onto any property, or to direct attention to a robbery, burglary, fire, or other emergencies in progress, and to signal above occurrences either by silent, remote, or audible alarm, upon any premises or group of premises under single control or management designed to operate automatically, or upon manual activation which transmits a signal.
(Ord. 21-07-02, 7/1/2021)
16-14-2 - Civil Penalty for False Alarms.#
1.
After having two (2) false alarms occur on the same premises, outside a twenty-four (24) hour period, within a yearly quarter, beginning on January 1, there will be a monetary assessment as set forth in the consolidated fee schedule.
2.
In addition to the fees outlined in the consolidated fee schedule, the following sanctions may apply:
a.
After the fifth (5th) false alarm within a yearly quarter, the alarm holder's insurance company and/or State Licensor may be notified by mail, by the Police Chief/Fire Chief of pending disconnection.
b.
After the sixth (6th) false alarm within a yearly quarter, the alarm will be subject to being disconnected or the City declining to respond on future alarms until the situation is remedied.
3.
Failure to pay the false alarm assessment fee will be cause for the City to decline to respond to future alarms or to require the alarm system to be disconnected.
4.
Any notification to the owner, occupant, or company shall be satisfied by regular U.S. Mail to the address provided on the business permit or utility bill.
(Ord. 21-07-02, 7/1/2021)