Washington § 70.77.280 - Public display permit — Investigation — Governing body to grant — Conditions.

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§ 70.77.280. Public display permit — Investigation — Governing body to grant — Conditions.

The local fire official receiving an application for a permit under RCW 70.77.260(2) for a public display of fireworks shall investigate whether the character and location of the display as proposed would be hazardous to property or dangerous to any person. Based on the investigation, the official shall submit a report of findings and a recommendation for or against the issuance of the permit, together with reasons, to the governing body of the city or county. The governing body shall grant the application if it meets the requirements of this chapter and the ordinance of the city or county.
[ 1995 c 61 s 15; 1994 c 133 s 7; 1984 c 249 s 14; 1961 c 228 s 33.]

Notes

Severability—Effective date—1995 c 61: See notes following RCW 70.77.111.
Severability—Effective date—1994 c 133: See notes following RCW 70.77.146.

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