§ 27-250.01. Pawnshops.

(a)

In order for a certified nonconforming pawnshop to continue, the requirements of this Section shall be met (in addition to any other applicable requirements of this Division).

(b)

The purposes of this Section are:

(1)

To preserve, conserve, and facilitate the revitalization of historic and older communities;

(2)

To control detrimental effects upon neighboring properties and existing and proposed land uses in the general area; and

(3)

To provide appropriate siting of pawnshops to mitigate adverse effects on nearby residential and commercial areas.

(c)

All certified nonconforming pawnshops shall meet the following requirements:

(1)

The proprietor, owner, or personnel of the pawnshop establishment shall not transact business with any person who is under eighteen (18) years old;

(2)

No parking of motor vehicles pledged as collateral shall be permitted on the subject property.

(d)

In the event that a certified nonconforming pawnshop is relocated to another location, the certification shall cease.

(CB-28-1997)