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CHAPTER 9.40 – PEDDLERS, SOLICITORS, AND VENDORS

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= TITLE 9 – BUSINESS REGULATIONS =

== CHAPTER 9.10 – BUSINESS LICENSES GENERALLY ==

==== § 9.10.001 – Compliance Required ====
No person shall engage in any business activity requiring a City permit, registration, license, or authorization without first obtaining all permits required by this Code.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11|100-11]], Sep. 4, 2012)''

==== § 9.10.002 – Permit Fees ====
Permit and license fees shall be established by the City's adopted fee schedule.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11|100-11]]; [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11 Fee Schedule|100-11 Fee Schedule]])''

==== § 9.10.003 – Expiration of Permits ====
Unless otherwise provided by ordinance, permits shall expire sixty (60) days after issuance if activity has not commenced.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11|100-11]])''

==== § 9.10.004 – Penalty ====
A person violating this chapter commits a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding five hundred dollars ($500.00).

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11|100-11]])''

== CHAPTER 9.20 – AMUSEMENT MACHINES AND POOL TABLES ==

==== § 9.20.001 – Definitions ====

: (a) '''Billiard Table''' or '''Pool Table''' means any table surrounded by a ledge or cushion with or without pockets upon which balls are impelled by a stick or cue.

: (b) '''Game Machine''' means any coin-operated electronic or mechanical amusement device.

: (c) '''Amusement Redemption Machine''' means a coin-operated amusement device that awards only non-cash merchandise, novelties, toys, or representations of value redeemable for such items.

: (d) '''Coin Operated Machine''' means a machine activated by insertion of currency, coin, token, or other consideration.

: (e) '''Representation of Value''' has the meaning established by state law.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107|06-107]], Sep. 14, 2006)''

==== § 9.20.002 – License Required ====
No person shall operate or maintain for profit any billiard table, pool table, game machine, amusement redemption machine, or similar amusement device without obtaining the required City license.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107|06-107]])''

==== § 9.20.003 – Registration Fees ====
Registration and permit fees shall be established by the City's adopted fee schedule.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107|06-107]]; [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11 Fee Schedule|100-11 Fee Schedule]])''

==== § 9.20.004 – Nontransferability ====
Licenses and permits issued under this chapter are personal to the holder and may not be assigned or transferred.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107|06-107]])''

==== § 9.20.005 – Expiration and Renewal ====
Permits issued under this chapter expire on December 31 of each year and must be renewed annually.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107|06-107]])''

== CHAPTER 9.30 – GAME ROOMS ==

==== § 9.30.001 – Definitions ====

: (a) '''Game Room''' means a building, facility, or place containing one or more amusement redemption machines.

: (b) '''Gambling Device''' shall have the meaning established by Texas law and includes devices prohibited by the Texas Penal Code.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]], Sep. 12, 2016)''

==== § 9.30.002 – Operational Requirements ====

: (a) Every game room shall maintain an unobstructed view from the exterior into the game room.

: (b) Windows required by this chapter shall not be blocked by blinds, coverings, tinting, partitions, or other obstructions.

: (c) The manager station and amusement machines shall be visible from the required window.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.003 – Alcoholic Beverages ====
Alcoholic beverages may not be possessed, sold, or consumed in a game room except as authorized by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.004 – Machine Limit ====
No game room shall contain more than fifteen (15) amusement redemption machines.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.005 – Location Restrictions ====

: (a) Only one game room may operate on a platted lot.

: (b) Only one game room may operate within a building, structure, tenant space, or strip center.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.006 – Gambling Devices Prohibited ====
Game rooms may operate only lawful amusement redemption machines. Gambling devices are prohibited.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.007 – Required Signage ====

Each entrance shall display a sign:

: (a) Containing the words "GAME ROOM";

: (b) In letters at least six (6) inches in height; and

: (c) Visible from twenty-five (25) feet.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.008 – Hours of Operation ====
Game rooms may operate only between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.009 – Variances Prohibited ====
No variance may be granted from the provisions of this chapter.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

==== § 9.30.010 – Penalty ====
Violation of this chapter is punishable by a fine not exceeding $2,000.00. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 06-107 Addendum|06-107 Addendum]])''

== CHAPTER 9.40 – DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITATION ==

==== § 9.40.001 – Permit Required ====
No individual or business shall engage in door-to-door solicitation within the City without first obtaining a permit from the City.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.002 – Application Requirements ====
An applicant shall submit:
: (a) A completed permit application;
: (b) A copy of a valid photo identification card;
: (c) A recent criminal background check; and
: (d) The required permit fee.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.003 – Permit Fee ====
The permit fee shall be fifty dollars ($50.00) and shall be nonrefundable.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.004 – Permit Term ====
: (a) A solicitation permit shall be valid for thirty (30) days.
: (b) A permit may be renewed for an additional thirty-day period upon payment of the required fee.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.005 – Additional Solicitors ====
Individuals participating in solicitation activities under a business permit who have not previously submitted a background check shall submit:
: (a) A criminal background check; and
: (b) A copy of a valid photo identification card;

before engaging in solicitation activities.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.006 – Criminal History Disqualifications ====
An applicant is ineligible for a permit if convicted of:
: (a) Criminal homicide;
: (b) Kidnapping;
: (c) Sexual offenses;
: (d) Assault offenses;
: (e) Robbery;
: (f) Burglary;
: (g) Theft committed against a person contacted through solicitation activities;
: (h) Fraud committed against a person contacted through solicitation activities;
: (i) Felony weapons offenses; or
: (j) Criminal attempt to commit any offense listed in this section.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.007 – Display of Permit ====
: (a) A solicitor operating from a vehicle shall display the permit in the vehicle windshield.
: (b) A solicitor not operating from a vehicle shall carry the permit on his or her person and present it upon request of a City official.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.008 – Hours of Solicitation ====
Door-to-door solicitation may occur only:
: (a) Between 9:00 a.m. and sunset;
: (b) Monday through Saturday; and
: (c) Excluding major holidays.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.009 – Violation ====
A person commits an offense if the person violates any provision of this chapter.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

==== § 9.40.010 – Penalty ====
An offense under this chapter is punishable by a fine not exceeding two hundred dollars ($200.00).

Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 2015-003|2015-003]], Mar. 16, 2015)''

== CHAPTER 9.50 – SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPECIAL USE PERMITS ==

==== § 9.50.001 – Permit Required ====
The City may require permits for commercial activities, organized events, temporary uses, or large group activities conducted within the City.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11 Fee Schedule|100-11 Fee Schedule]])''

==== § 9.50.002 – Fees ====
Permit fees shall be established by the City's adopted fee schedule.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11 Fee Schedule|100-11 Fee Schedule]])''

==== § 9.50.003 – Conditions ====
The City may impose reasonable conditions necessary to protect public health, safety, welfare, traffic flow, municipal property, and neighboring property owners.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11 Fee Schedule|100-11 Fee Schedule]])''

== CHAPTER 9.60 – GARAGE AND HOME SALES ==

==== § 9.60.001 – Definition ====
For purposes of this chapter, "garage sale" or "home sale" means the sale of personal property conducted on the same lot as a residential dwelling.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.002 – Permit Required ====
Prior to conducting a garage or home sale, the person conducting the sale shall obtain a permit from the City Secretary or Utility Clerk.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.003 – Permit Application ====
An application for a garage or home sale permit shall include:
: (a) The location of the sale;
: (b) The date and time of the sale;
: (c) The name and address of the applicant; and
: (d) A description of the goods to be offered for sale.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.004 – Permit Fee ====
The permit fee shall be established by the City's adopted fee schedule.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018; Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 100-11|100-11]])''

==== § 9.60.005 – Number and Duration of Sales ====
: (a) Not more than four garage or home sales may be conducted during any twelve-month period for the same household.
: (b) No sale may exceed four consecutive days.
: (c) Sales may be conducted only from Thursday through Sunday.
: (d) No more than two permits shall be issued for the same premises during any twelve-month period.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.006 – Signs ====
: (a) Signs advertising a garage or home sale shall be located so as not to obstruct traffic or create a traffic hazard.
: (b) One off-premises sign may be displayed for the purpose of directing the public to the sale.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.007 – Violations ====
A person commits an offense if the person violates any provision of this chapter.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

==== § 9.60.008 – Penalty ====
A violation of this chapter is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not exceeding $200.00. Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense.

''(Ord. [[Hawk Cove:Ord 99-5|99-5]], Jul. 9, 2018)''

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