§ 8-184. Permit.

(a)

The governing body of each body art studio shall obtain a valid permit from the county board of health prior to beginning operation. Every year, effective January 1 of each year, a permit must be obtained. To be eligible for a permit the studio must be in compliance with these rules and regulations.

(b)

The permit shall be displayed in a conspicuous place on the premises.

(c)

Permits are not transferable from one studio to another.

(d)

A permit shall no longer be valid and shall be returned to the county board of health when the studio ceases to operate, is moved to another location, the ownership changes, or the permit is suspended or revoked.

(e)

A studio which fails to comply with these rules and regulations shall be subject to the sanctions available to the county board of health pursuant to O.C.G.A. ch. 31-5 including but not limited to denial or revocation of its permit by the county board of health.

(Amd. of 11-18-03; Amd. of 7-1-08)