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(5) (6) (7) (8) only the location, size, and type of structures for housing. Separate housing and runs for dogs shall be a minimum of 50 feet from anv neighboring habitable dwelling and a minimum of ten (10) feet from any property line. If the dogs and/or cats are to be kept primarily within a building, the applicant shall so state. Whether the applicant anticipates breeding the animals and, if so, how often and the expected size of the litters. The method to be used to keep premises in a sanitary state. The method to be used to keep the animais quiet. An agreement by the applicant that the premises may be inspected by the City at all reasonable times. D Issuance and Conditions. The City Clerk shall refer the application to the Council. The Council or Planning and Zoning Board shall conduct a public hearing. The issuance of a license shall be within the discretion of the Council. In making such determination, the Council shall take into consideration the following: adequacy of housing and runs for the animals; the methods to be used for sanitation and to maintain quiet; the quantity and height of the fencing; and , with particularity, any violations during the previous license period, if applicable. The Council may impose such conditions as it shall deem necessary and appropriate to carry out the intent of this Chapter. E Revocation If a licensee fails to comply with the statements made in the application or with any reasonable conditions imposed by the Council, or violates any other provision of this Chapter, the licensee shall be notified by mail and given ten (10) days to remedy any defects or defaults. If such condition be not remedied in said ten (10) days, the Council may revoke the license. Unlawful Acts. It shall be unlawful for anv licensee to do or permit any of the following: (1) Allow any of the dogs to run at large on any street or public property or any private property not owned by the licensee or under the licensees's control. (2) Allow the premises to be kept in an unsanitary or unhealthful condition. (3) Burn offal or waste_ (4) Allow the animals to bark, yelp, or fight so as to disturb the neighborhood either night or day. (5) Allow any of the animals to bite or scratch anyone lawfully on or off the premises. (6) Maintain any animals in such manner as to create a nuisance by way of noise, odor, or otherwise. (7) Sell or cause to be sold any dog or cat without first providing the purchaser with written certification as to the origin of the animal. Page 7