Chapter 18 — Animals

Sec. 18-2. Removal of carcasses of small animals.

Cross reference—Municipal solid waste collection and disposal system, § 130-36 et seq.

Sec. 18-3. Disposal of carcasses of large animals.

The police chief or the director, bureau of sanitary services, upon becoming informed of any dead horse, mule, cow or other large animal within the city limits, shall cause the carcass to be properly buried or disposed of so as not to create a nuisance. No person other than those employed to do so shall remove the carcass of the animal, provided that the owner or the owner's authorized agent may remove the carcass from the city under the direction of a sanitation inspector, but no one other than a sanitation inspector shall bury the animal within the city limits. (Code 1977, § 14-4018)

Cross reference—Municipal solid waste collection and disposal system, § 130-36 et seq.

Sec. 18-4. Sale of carcasses of animals unfit for food.

When the carcass of an animal slaughtered for meat has been condemned as unfit for food under health rules, the owner may sell it for use in making tallow or the hide may be utilized or for any proper similar purpose, provided that this disposition is made within three hours after condemnation. The owner shall file with the bureau of sanitary services a receipt from the purchaser showing the time of delivery. Blank forms for these receipts shall be furnished by the bureau of sanitary services without charge. (Code 1977, § 14-4019)

Sec. 18-5. Cruelty.

It shall be unlawful for any person to overload, cruelly treat, maim, bruise, deprive of necessary sustenance, ill use or in any manner whatsoever torture or abuse any animal. (Code 1977, § 14-4015)

State law reference—Cruelty to animals, O.C.G.A. § 16 12-4.

Sec. 18-6. Keeping animals infected with contagious disease.

It shall be unlawful for any person to have and to keep any animal infected with a disease which may contaminate other animals and which may be a health hazard. (Code 1977, § 14-4014)

Sec. 18-7. Enclosures for keeping small animals.

Small animals, such as dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, chickens, turkeys and the like, may be kept within the city limits, subject to the following:

Sec. 18-8. Sanitation of enclosures; storage, removal, use of manure.

Sec. 18-9. Removal of canine fecal matter.

Sec. 18-10. Ordinances shall not be breed specific.

The ordinances contained in this chapter which apply to dogs shall be enforced against all dogs generally, and shall not be interpreted as being applicable to any specific breed of dog to the exclusion of any others. (Ord. No. 2017-89(17-O-1809), § 1, 12-13-17)

Sec. 18-11. Nuisance animals.

Secs. 18-12—18-30. Reserved.

Sec. 18-31. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

At large includes every animal classed as livestock running freely beyond the limits of the lands of its owner or manager, upon the streets or upon private or public property.

Livestock includes horses, mules, cows, sheep, goats, hogs and all other animals used or fit either for food or labor. (Code 1977, § 14-4001)

Cross reference—Definitions generally, § 1-2.

Sec. 18-32. Running at large.

No person having custody, control or charge of any animal classed as livestock shall suffer it to run at large or open any enclosure where the animal may be confined or in any way release the animal from any confinement for the purpose of permitting it to escape therefrom. (Code 1977, § 14-4002)

Sec. 18-33. Impounding livestock at large.

Whenever any officer of the city having police authority shall find any livestock at large, the officer shall impound the animal and make an immediate report thereof to the police chief, who shall comply with the requirements of O.C.G.A. §§ 4-3-3—4-3-11, as to the appraisement, care and disposition of the impounded livestock. (Code 1977, § 14-4003)

Sec. 18-34. Driving through streets.

It shall be unlawful for any person to drive any animal classed as livestock through the streets or public places of the city. (Code 1977, § 14-4004)

Sec. 18-35. Leaving horses in streets unattended or unbitted.

Sec. 18-36. Grazing livestock on private property.

Sec. 18-37. Keeping hogs or pigs prohibited.

It shall be unlawful for any person to keep hogs or pigs within the corporate limits of the city, with the exception of miniature potbellied pigs. (Code 1977, § 14-4007; Ord. No. 2002-16, § 1, 3-12-02)

Sec. 18-38. Sale and feed stables.

Sec. 18-39. Keeping hoofed animals.

Hoofed animals, such as horses, cows, goats, sheep and the like, may be kept within the city limits, subject to the following:

Sec. 18-40. Location of private stables.

It shall be unlawful for any person to erect or use a private stable nearer than 75 feet to any residence or place of business, without the consent of the owner and occupant of the adjacent residence or place of business. (Code 1977, § 14-4010)

Sec. 18-41. Stalls on ground level.

It shall be unlawful for any person to house or stall horses, mules or cows in any building at a higher level than that of the first or ground floor thereof. This shall apply to all buildings, whether used specifically for the housing of animals or for any other purpose. (Code 1977, § 14-4011)

Secs. 18-42—18-60. Reserved.

ARTICLE III. PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO PORTION OF CITY WITHIN DEKALB COUNTY*

Sec. 18-61. DeKalb County Animal Control Code incorporated by reference.

The provisions of the DeKalb County Code of Ordinances, at Chapter 5, (entitled Animals), are hereby incorporated by reference into this article and made a part of this Code. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12; Ord. No. 2017-89(17-0-1809), § 3, 12-13-17)

♦Editor’s note—Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, approved June 27, 2012, amended Art. III, in its entirety, to read as herein set out. Prior to inclusion of said ordinance, Art. Ill pertained to dogs. See also the Code Comparative Table for a detailed analysis of inclusion.

Sec. 18-62. Duty of owner to keep dog under control.

It shall be unlawful for the owner of any dog or for any person having a dog in such person's possession and control to permit the dog to be out of control and unattended off the premises of the owner in that part of the city within DeKalb County or upon the property of another person without permission of the owner or person in possession thereof. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-63. Definition of dog under control.

A dog is under control if the dog is controlled by a leash, is at heal or is beside a competent person and obedient to that person's commands or is within a vehicle being driven or parked on the streets or is within the property limits of the dog's owner. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-64. Disposition of impounded dogs.

Sec. 18-65. Duty of owner of dog to secure annual permit.

The owner or possessor of each dog who shall own or shall possess the dog on January 1 of each year shall, within 30 days thereafter and not later than when the dog shall be six months of age, and the owner and possessor of each dog which shall be acquired or possessed after January 1 of each year shall, within 30 days thereafter or by the time the dog is six months of age, obtain from the designated enforcement agency an owner's permit and pay an annual owner's permit fee of $3.00 per dog, with the maximum charge per family of $10.00, regardless of the number of dogs six months old or over. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-66. Enforcement agency designated.

As an enforcement agency of the city for that portion of the city lying within DeKalb County, there is designated for the primary responsibility of the enforcement of this article the animal control unit for DeKalb County and, when called upon by this unit, the officers and employees of the DeKalb County Health Department or DeKalb County Police Department. These agencies, their officers and employees are clothed with the power of the city for the purpose of the enforcement of this article. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-67. Procedure.

Upon information known to or complaint lodged with any officer or member of the animal control unit, the DeKalb County Police Department or the DeKalb County Health Department that any owner or possessor of a dog is in violation of this article, a summons shall be issued by an officer of the animal control unit requiring the owner or possessor of the dog to appear before the judge of the municipal court of the city on a day and time certain, to stand trial for violation of this article. If this violation has not been witnessed by an officer or other employee of the city or county, a subpoena shall be issued to the person making the complaint to be and appear on the day and time set to testify on behalf of the city. If the owner or possessor of any dog is not known and the dog is upon the streets, alleys, sidewalks, school grounds, public places and premises of another prohibited by this article, upon complaint made to or information known to the animal control unit, the unit shall immediately take possession of the dog and impound it according to rules and regulations provided by law or by ordinance of this city for the detention, control and disposition of dogs impounded pursuant to any applicable law or ordinance. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-68. Disposition of funds.

The owner's permit fee, impoundment fee and cost of rabies inoculation referred to in this article shall be paid to the designated enforcement agency and retained by the agency. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-69. Statistical data.

The enforcement agency will, upon request of the city, furnish periodic reports of the number of dogs impounded, as well as other statistical data as may be requested with respect to the control of dogs and prevention of rabies. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 1, 6-27-12)

Secs. 18-70—18-99. Reserved.

ARTICLE IV. PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO PORTION OF CITY WITHIN FULTON COUNTY DIVISION 1. APPLICABILITY AND ENFORCEMENT

Sec. 18-100. Applicability.

This article shall apply to that portion of the city within Fulton County. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-101. Violations.

Violations of this article are punishable as provided herein. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-102. Enforcement. Any deputy sheriff of Fulton County, as provided for in any agreement existing between the city and Fulton County, shall be clothed with the power of the city for the purpose of the enforcement of this section, including, without limitation, the power to arrest, the issuance and service of summons and the service of all processes and orders of the municipal court of the city. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12)

Secs. 18-103—18-114. Reserved.

DIVISION 2. GENERALLY* See. 18-115. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Abandonment means the intentional or complete forsaking of any animal by its owner, ♦Editor’s note—Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § l, adopted June 14, 2017, amended division 2 in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former division 2, §§ 18-115—18-130, pertained to similar subject matter, and derived from Ord. No. 2012 30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12.

without making reasonable arrangements for the adequate care and custody of the animal to be assumed by another person or the failure to return and resume responsibility of an animal at the designated time as arranged with the custodian. Abandonment also means releasing or leaving an animal on any property, public or private, with the intention of deserting the animal. An animal shall also be considered abandoned when it has been unattended and without adequate food, water, ventilation or shelter, for a period in excess of 36 hours, regardless of where such animal may be found or kept.

Adequate food means sufficient quantity of noncontaminated and nutritionally healthy sustenance that is appropriate to the species, breed, size, age, and health of the animal, or at the direction of a licensed veterinarian, which is sufficient to prevent starvation, malnutrition, or risk to the animal's health. Garbage, spoiled, rancid, or contaminated food is not adequate food.

Adequate shelter means a protective covering for an animal that is of adequate size and provides adequate protection to maintain the animal in a state of good health, and that prevents pain, suffering, or significant risk to the animal's health. Adequate shelter shall consist of a completely enclosed structure with four sides with a door opening, a constructed floor, and a roof. It should also be clean, dry, and compatible with current weather conditions, in addition to age, size, species, and condition of the animal. The structure should be of sufficient size to allow the animal to stand, turn around, lie down, and go in and out of the structure comfortably. To be adequate, some type of bedding that is quick drying, such as hay or pine straw, must be provided to maintain comfortable temperatures within the structure during times when the ambient, outside temperature is below freezing. In addition, the structure shall include a heavy plastic or rubber flap to cover the door and/or window openings during the months of November through March. From April through October, the structure shall either be shaded or moved out of direct sunlight. If the shelter is made of wood, it shall be raised at least two inches off the ground to prevent seepage or rotting. Examples of inadequate shelter include, but are not limited to, lean-tos, metal or plastic drums, boxes, abandoned vehicles, porches, decks, or material that does not provide sufficient protection from the elements.

Adequate water means clear, potable water in adequate supply. Examples of inadequate water include, but are not limited to: snow, ice, and contaminated water.

Animal control officer means "dog control officer" and shall refer to an individual employed by the county or its designee to perform and execute the provisions of this article, and whose office shall have the power to issue citations in violation of this article, and as deputized by the Fulton County Sheriff.

Animal control shelter means the facilities operated by the county or its designee for the confining of dogs, cats, or other animals impounded under the provisions of this article.

Cat means cat, or any domesticated feline, of either sex, whether vaccinated against rabies or not.

Classified animal means any animal that has been classified as either a dangerous or vicious dog or animal pursuant to this article or comparably classified by the State of Georgia, or by any court, hearing officer, or authorized government agency of any other state, county or municipality.

Classified animal pen means a padlocked pen, as that term is defined in this article, made entirely of industrial gauge fencing with a door or gate equipped with a working lock. The classified animal pen must contain adequate shelter, as that term is defined in this chapter, but must also contain a minimum 100-square foot area outside the adequate shelter.

Commercial guard / security dog means any dog that is purchased, leased, or rented and that is trained to guard, protect, patrol, or defend any commercial property, public or private, upon and within which it is located. A dog shall not be considered a guard or security dog if it has been classified as a dangerous or vicious dog.

Cruelty means causing death or unjustifiable pain or suffering to any animal by an act, omission, or neglect. Cruelty also includes transporting an unrestrained animal in an openair vehicle or in the trunk of any vehicle, or leaving an animal unattended in a closed vehicle without proper ventilation or temperature control where the animal may suffer from physical harm from dangerous temperatures. Cruelty also means allowing or causing any animal to train for or engage in an animal fight operated for sport, entertainment or gaming purposes. Routine medical procedures by a licensed veterinarian shall not be regarded as cruelty.

Current vaccination I license tag means a vaccination/license tag bearing a number which shows the license is valid for a one- or three-year period. The licensing period runs concurrently with the vaccination period.

Custodian means any person which has been entrusted with the responsibility and care of a dog, cat, or other animal by its owner.

Dog means dog, or any domesticated canine, of either sex, whether vaccinated against rabies or not.

Domestic animal/fowl means any animal/fowl domesticated by humans so as to live and breed in a tame condition for the advantage of humans. Pen raised skunks are categorized as those skunks acceptable by the State of Georgia and may be kept in Georgia as pets.

Exotic animal means any animal of any kind which is not indigenous to the State of Georgia, but not included in the definition of a domestic animal, but shall include any hybrid animal which is part exotic animal.

Harborer means any person which has provided sustenance and/or shelter to a dog, cat, or other animal for a period of more than seven days.

Livestock means all animals of the equine, bovine, or swine class, including goats, sheep, mules, horses, hogs, cattle, and other grazing animals.

Necessary sustenance means the provision of adequate food, water and shelter.

Neglect means endangering an animal's health by failing to provide or arrange to provide the animal with adequate food and water if the animal is dependent upon a person for the provision of food or drink, or the act of restraining an animal in a manner that endangers the animal's life or health. Other acts considered to be neglect include, but are not limited to:

Nuisance means whatever is dangerous or detrimental to human life or health and whatever renders or tends to render the soil, air, water, or food impure or unwholesome, or unreasonably offends or impairs the senses of smell, sight, and hearing.

Owner means any natural person or any legal entity, including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, firm, or trust owning, possessing, harboring, keeping, or having custody or control of an animal. In the case of an animal owned by a minor, the term "owner" includes the parents or person in loco parentis with custody of the minor.

Person means person, firm, corporation, municipality, society, or association.

Qualified adoption facilitator, rescue group and animal shelter means an organization offering animals for adoption so long as the organization is licensed as a shelter by the State of Georgia, or, if not incorporated in Georgia, is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code; and has the express mission/business function of facilitating the sterilization and adoption of homeless and unwanted animals. A copy of the state license or the Internal Revenue Service letter of non-profit designation shall be provided to the county upon request.

Records means records of any state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency; records of any county board of health; records of any federal, state, or local court; or records of an animal control officer.

Serious injury means any physical injury that creates a substantial risk of death; results in death, broken or dislocated bones, lacerations requiring multiple sutures, significant puncture wounds, or disfiguring avulsions; requires plastic surgery or admissions to a hospital; or results in protracted impairment of health, including transmission of an infection or contagious disease, or impairment of the function of any bodily organ.

Tether means any chain, rope, leash, tie out, or wire designed to restrain an animal which is attached to an animal or to an animal's collar or halter and is also attached to a stationary object.

Unsanitary conditions means an animal living space, shelter, or exercise area contaminated by health hazards, irritants, pollutants, items, excessive animal excrement, or conditions that endanger or pose a risk to an animal's health.

Vaccinate means immunization against rabies if a vaccination certificate documents that the animal received a primary rabies vaccine, approved by the United States Department of Agriculture, from a licensed veterinarian at least 28 days previously and that booster vaccinations have been administered on an annual or triennial schedule, in accordance with the Georgia Rabies Manual or as described on the individual vaccine label.

Vaccination certificate means a certificate issued at the time of vaccination of the dog, cat, or other animal and bearing thereon the signature of the vaccinator; the name, color, breed, age, and sex of the dog, cat, or other animal; the name and address of the owner; the date of expiration of the vaccination; and the spay or neuter status, if known.

Vaccination I license tag means a metal tag bearing a number which is issued to the animal owner after showing proof of vaccination for the animal and paying, when required, the license fee. This tag is issued by Fulton County or its designee.

Veterinarian means any person who holds a license to practice the profession of veterinary medicine in the State of Georgia; the veterinary license number shall be the same as that recorded by the Georgia Board of Veterinary Examiners.

Wildlife I fowl means any animal/fowl of any kind which is indigenous to the State of Georgia, but not included in the definition of a domestic animal/fowl, and shall include any hybrid animal/ fowl which is part wild animal/fowl. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-116. Penalties for violation of article.

Sec. 18-117. Severability.

If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or provision of this article shall be held invalid, such part shall be deemed severable, and the invalidity thereof shall not affect the remaining parts of this article. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-118. Courts.

The Fulton County Magistrate Courts or the courts wherein the county has a contractual agreement for providing animal control services shall hear cases and assess fines for violations of this article. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-119. Enforcement of article.

Fulton County or its designee shall enforce this article by means of impoundment and court citations. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-120. Dog/cat license required.

Sec. 18-121. Vaccination/license tag required.

Sec. 18-122. Special permits.

Sec. 18-123. Cruelty to animals.

Sec. 18-124. Running at large.

Notwithstanding the prior sentence, a dog may be temporarily restrained by means of a tether while the dog is attended by its owner, custodian, or harborer.

Such tethers shall not be excessively heavy or weighted so as to inhibit the dog's movement.

Sec. 18-125. Commercial guard/security dogs.

Sec. 18-126. Confinement of female dogs in heat.

It shall be the duty of any owner, custodian, or harborer of any female dog in heat within the areas designated in section 34-201(a), when she is left unattended, to securely confine such dog so as to prevent contact with another dog except for planned breeding. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-127. Skunks and foxes.

Sec. 18-128. Wildlife or exotic animal.

Each owner, custodian, or harborer of any wildlife or exotic animal must obtain all necessary state and/or federal permits and/or meet all state and/or federal requirements for keeping such an animal. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-129. Nuisances.

Animal Horses, mules, asses, cows, sheep or goats Hogs Dogs (three or more) Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters Chickens, turkeys, geese, ducks, pigeons, or similar fowl Distance (in feet)

150 900 25 25 25

Animal Horses, mules, asses, cows, sheep, or goats Hogs Dogs Rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters Area per Animal (in square feet) 150 150 100 4 Animal Chickens, turkeys, geese, ducks, pigeons, or similar fowl Area per Animal (in square feet) 4

Maximum Animal Number Horses, mules, asses, cows 5 Sheep, goats 10 Hogs 10 Dogs, cats 10 Rabbits, guinea pigs, 75 hamsters Chickens, turkeys, geese, 75 ducks, pigeons or similar fowl

Sec. 18-130. Animals as prizes.

It shall be unlawful to offer as a prize or gift any animal in any contest, raffle, or lottery, or as an enticement for fundraising or for entry into any place of business. (Ord. No. 2017-30(17-0-1033), § 1, 6-14-17)

Sec. 18-131. Cruelty to elephants.

Secs. 18-132—18-149. Reserved.

Sec. 18-150. Vaccination required.

Sec. 18-151. Rabies cases to be reported.

It shall be the duty of any person knowing of a rabid animal, or of any animal showing symptoms of rabies, to immediately report such animal to the health department or its designee and give as much pertinent information as possible. Any bite by an animal shall be reported to the health department or its designee. The animal control office, in order to maintain an effective epidemiological surveillance and control program, shall maintain a record of its rabies related activities, including investigation and confirmation of rabies in animals in the manner and frequency stipulated by the health department. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-152. Quarantine.

Secs. 18-153—18-169. Reserved.

DIVISION 4. VICIOUS ANIMALS AND DANGEROUS OR POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS DOGS*

Sec. 18-170. Precautions to be taken by owners.

fencing with the area or perimeter fence. The kennel or pen must have secure sides, a secure top attached to all sides, the sides must be securely set into the ground or onto a concrete pad, or securely attached to a wire bottom. The gate to the kennel must be locked when the animal is unattended. This enclosure shall provide protection from the elements.

Sec. 18-171. Notice to dangerous or vicious dog owners.

Sec. 18-172. Certificate of registration.

Sec. 18-173. Confinement of dangerous or vicious animals.

Secs. 18-174—18-189. Reserved.

Sec. 18-190. Impoundment of dogs, domestic animals, livestock, owned wildlife, and exotic animals.

Any dangerous dog impounded under the provisions of this section shall be returned to its owner upon the owner's compliance with the provisions of this section, and upon payment of reasonable impoundment costs. In the event the owner has not complied with the provisions of this section within 20 days of the date the dog was impounded, said dog shall be destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner. (Ord. No. 2012-30(12-0-0784), § 2, 6-27-12)

Sec. 18-191. Disposition of impounded animals.

Sec. 18-192. Adoption of impounded animals.

Secs. 18-193—18-210. Reserved.

Sec. 18-211. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Animal care facility means an animal control center or animal shelter, maintained by or under contract with any state, county, or municipality, whose mission or practice is, in whole or significant part, protecting the welfare of animals and placing animals in permanent homes or with animal rescue organizations.

Animal rescue organization means any not-forprofit organization which has tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code, whose mission and practice is, in whole or in significant part, the rescue and placement of animals in permanent homes.

Cat means cat, or any domesticated feline, of either sex, whether vaccinated against rabies or not.

Dog means dog, or any domesticated canine, of either sex, whether vaccinated against rabies or not.

Pet shop means an establishment, for which an occupation tax certificate issued pursuant to chapter 30 is necessary, where dogs and cats are sold, exchanged, bartered or offered for sale as pet animals to the general public at retail. Such definition shall not include an animal care facility or animal rescue organization, as defined herein. (Ord. No. 2018-55(18-O-1655), § 1, 11-14-18)

Sec. 18-212. Prohibition on the retail sale of animals.

Sec. 18-213. Recordkeeping and disclosures.

Sec. 18-214. Penalties.

Any person found guilty of violating this article shall, at a minimum, be punished by a fine of $500.00 for each offense. (Ord. No. 2018-55(18-O-1655), § 1, 11-14-18)

Chapters 19—21 RESERVED CD 19:1 Chapter 22 AVIATION* Article I. In General Sec. 22-1.

Penalty for violation.

Secs. 22-2—22-25. Reserved.

Article II. Department of Aviation Sec. 22-26. Additional qualifications of aviation general manager; duties of aviation general manager.

Sec. 22-27. Bureaus within department of aviation. Sec. 22-28. Function and duties of bureau of airport planning and develop-ment; additional qualifications of director. Sec. 22-29. Functions and duties of bureau of airport business and finance;

additional qualifications of director. Sec. 22-30. Functions and duties of bureau of airport maintenance, opera-tions and safety; additional qualifications of the director. Sec. 22-31. Functions and duties of bureau of airport administration;

additional qualifications of director. Sec. 22-32. Functions and duties of office of airport information services;

additional qualifications of director. Secs. 22-33—22-55. Reserved.

Article III. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Division 1. Generally Sec. 22-56. Definitions. Sec. 22-57. Official name of airport. Sec. 22-58. Operation in public interest. Sec. 22-59. Emergency procedures. Sec. 22-60. Compliance required. Sec. 22-61. Space occupancy permit or contract. Sec. 22-62. Commercial activity. Sec. 22-63. Agreement or permit required for use of airport for commercial operations. Sec. 22-64. Commercial advertising and display. Sec. 22-65. Damage to airport property. Sec. 22-66. Restricted area, security identification display area. Sec. 22-67. Applicability of fire code. Sec. 22-68. Smoking and vaping. Sec. 22-69. Operation of common-use airport facilities; enforcement. Sec. 22-70. Reserved. Sec. 22-71. Exterior mural displays on property leased from the city. Sec. 22-72. Airport service contractor worker retention program. Sec. 22-73. Hours of operation. Secs. 22-74—22-80. Reserved.

Sec. 22-81.

Division 2. Fees and Charges Purpose of fees and charges.

*Cross reference—Helicopter landings prohibited in parks, § 110-74. State law references—Constitutional grant of home rule powers, Ga. Const. art. IX, § II; statutory grant of home rule powers, O.C.G.A. § 36-35-1 et seq.; aviation generally, O.C.G.A. § 6-1-1 et seq.

Sec. 22-82. Payment of charges. Sec. 22-83. Waiver of certain technical code permit fees. Sec. 22-84. Transient aircraft servicing fees. Sec. 22-85. Aircraft and equipment parking fees. Sec. 22-86. Motor vehicle impound charges. Sec. 22-87. Landing fees. Sec. 22-88. Security services fees. Sec. 22-89. Fees and charges for common-use airport facilities. Sec. 22-90. Live fire training center fees. Secs. 22-91—22-100. Reserved.

Division 3. Personal Conduct Subdivision I. General Provisions Sec. 22-101. Lost and found articles; disposal of unclaimed articles. Sec. 22-102. Accident reports required. Sec. 22-103. Obedience to signs, fences and barricades. Sec. 22-104. Sanitation. Sec. 22-105. Disorderly conduct; intoxication. Sec. 22-106. Garbage disposal; use of comfort stations; food or beverages in transportation mall; expectorating. Sec. 22-107. Model aircraft and similar contrivances. Sec. 22-108. Pets. Sec. 22-109. Livestock. Sec. 22-110 Dangerous weapons prohibited. Sec. 22-111. Travel on designated roads and rights-of-way. Sec. 22-112. Tampering or interference with aircraft. Sec. 22-113. Throwing paper, cigarettes and other refuse. Sec. 22-114. Picketing, marching, demonstrations and handbilling. Sec. 22-115. [Loitering prohibited.] Sec. 22-116. Rules and regulations governing skycap services. Sec. 22-117. Definitions. Sec. 22-118. Revocation or suspension of permits. Sec. 22-119. Personal transportation devices. Secs. 22-120—22-125. Reserved.

Subdivision II. Tenants and Lessees Sec. 22-126. Use of equipment and facilities. Sec. 22-127. Duty of airline and fixed base operators for safety of premises. Sec. 22-128. Cleanliness of floors. Sec. 22-129. Storage of hazardous material and equipment. Sec. 22-130. Parking and storing ramp equipment. Sec. 22-131. Maintenance of leased property. Sec. 22-132. Structural or decorative changes. Sec. 22-133. Responsibility for damages. Sec. 22-134. Delivery of goods or materials. Sec. 22-135. Removal of leasehold improvements and equipment. Sec. 22-136. Use of non-compostable single-use serviceware prohibited. Secs. 22-137—22-145. Reserved.

Division 4. Distribution of Literature and Solicitation of Funds Sec. 22-146. Sec. 22-147. Sec. 22-148. Sec. 22-149. Sec. 22-150. Sec. 22-151.

Definitions. Scope. Violations. Registration required. Issuance of identification card. Restricted areas.

Supp. No. 90 Sec. 22-152. Number of persons involved. Sec. 22-153. Prohibited activities. Sec. 22-154. Revocation or suspension of registration. Secs. 22-155—22-165. Reserved.

Division 5. Aeronautical Activities Sec. 22-166. General rules. Sec. 22-167. Air traffic rules. Sec. 22-168. Taxiing and ground rules. Sec. 22-169. Helicopter operations. Secs. 22-170—22-180. Reserved.

Division 6. Motor Vehicle Traffic Sec. 22-181. Operator's license required; operation under influence of alcohol or drugs; access to restricted areas; markings of vehicles used for servicing aircraft.

Sec. 22-182. General traffic rules. Sec. 22-183. Accident procedure. Sec. 22-184. Speed limits. Sec. 22-185. Designated one-way drives. Sec. 22-186. Public parking. Sec. 22-187. Impound procedures generally. Sec. 22-188. Impound procedures for parking lots. Sec. 22-189. Authorization to move vehicles. Sec. 22-190. Delivery vehicles using curbsides of terminal. Sec. 22-191. Issuance of notices of violation and fines for the unsafe or improper operation of motor vehicles and for the implementation of safety regulations at the airport. Sec. 22-192. Reflective safety wear standards. Secs. 22-193—22-200. Reserved.

Division 7. Ground Transportation Services Subdivision I. General Provisions Sec. 22-201. Definitions. Sec. 22-202. Fees. Sec. 22-202.1. Vehicle for hire fees; ground transportation vehicle for-hire company permits required. Sec. 22-203. Permits required; administrative penalties, revocation, suspen-sion or non-renewal of permits. Sec. 22-204. Unlawful conduct; impoundment of vehicle for violation of permit. Sec. 22-205. Car rentals. Secs. 22-206—22-220. Reserved.

Subdivision II. Courtesy Vehicles Sec. 22-221. Conditions for use of vehicles with permits. Sec. 22-222. Conditions for use of vehicles without permits. Secs. 22-223—22-235. Reserved.

Sec. 22-236. Sec. 22-237. Sec. 22-238. Sec. 22-239. Sec. 22-240.

Subdivision III. Taxicabs Generally Conditions for use at airport. Contracted and prearranged service. Unlawful conduct of driver. Inspections, generally. Taximeters.

Sec. 22-241. Taxicab comfort. Sec. 22-242. Taxicab minimum customer service requirements. Sec. 22-243. Ground transportation vehicle for-hire company permit require-ments for taxicab companies; application. Sec. 22-244. Criteria for maintaining permit. Sec. 22-245. Report of changes, renewal, transferability. Sec. 22-246. Administrative penalties. Sec. 22-247—22-250. Reserved.

Subdivision IV. Local Airport Taxicabs Sec. 22-251. Permit required. Sec. 22-252. Issuance of permit. Sec. 22-253. Area of operation authorized by permit. Sec. 22-254. Airport pickup location. Secs. 22-255—22-265. Reserved.

Subdivision V. Charter Services Sec. 22-266. Permit required. Sec. 22-267. Conditions for issuance of permits. Secs. 22-268—22-280. Reserved.

Subdivision VI. Buses, Minibuses and Vans Sec. 22-281. Metro area scheduled services. Sec. 22-282. Non-metro area scheduled service. Sec. 22-283. Airport shuttle service. Sec. 22-284. Metro area commercial van/minibus services. Sec. 22-285. Operation procedures. Secs. 22-286—22-300. Reserved.

Subdivision VII. Limousine Service Sec. 22-301. Permit. Sec. 22-302. Operating conditions. Secs. 22-303—22-315. Reserved.

Subdivision VIII. Courier Vehicles Sec. 22-316. Operating conditions for vehicles with permits. Sec. 22-317. Operating procedures for vehicles without permits. Secs. 22-318—22-329. Reserved.

Sec. 22-330. Sec. 22-331. Sec. 22-332. Sec. 22-333.

Sec. 22-334. Sec. 22-335. Sec. 22-336.

Subdivision IX. Rideshare Services Conditions for use at airport. Inspections, generally. Rideshare minimum customer service requirements. Ground transportation vehicle for-hire company permit requirements for rideshare companies; application. Criteria for maintaining permit. Report of changes, renewal, transferability. Administrative penalties.