CITY OF COON RAPIDS, MINNESOTA
CHAPTER 6-300
STABLES

6-301 Applicability of Chapter 5-100. The provisions of Chapter 5-100 shall apply to the issuance of licenses hereunder to the extent applicable.

6-302 Definitions. The following three types of stables are permitted:

(1) “Private stable” shall mean the keeping, having, or maintaining of one (1) or more horses or mules for family use.
(2) “Public stable” shall mean the having, keeping, or maintaining of horses or mules for use by the public.
(3) “Boarding stable” shall mean the keeping, having, or maintaining of a stable for the boarding of horses or mules belonging to a person other than the owner or occupant of the licensed premises for the private use of the owner of the horse or mule being boarded.

6-303 License Required. No person shall keep or maintain a stable except upon obtaining a license from the City Council.

6-304 Application. In addition to such information as the City Clerk may require pursuant to City Code Section 5-102, the application shall also include:

(1) A site plan of the premises, including the adjoining property, fence lines, and housing facilities.
(2) Methods and location of disposal of manure and other wastes, which shall be at least once a week and more often if necessary to eliminate offensive odor.
(3) Type and weight of fencing.
(4) The area of the premises.
(5) The number of animals to be kept, specifying the number to be boarded, if any.
(6) An agreement by the applicant that the premises may be inspected by the City at all reasonable times.
(7) Certification from the Zoning Administrator of compliance with zoning requirements.

6-305 Issuance and Conditions. The City Clerk shall refer the application to the City Council. The Council shall conduct a public hearing if required by City Code Chapter 6-600. The issuance of the license shall be within the discretion of the Council. In reaching such determination, the Council shall take into consideration the following: adequacy of housing and fencing, the methods to be used for sanitation purposes, the possible effect on adjoining properties, and the effect on the general health and welfare of the community. The Council shall designate the authorized number of horses to be boarded. The Council may impose such conditions as it shall deem necessary and appropriate to carry out the intent of this Chapter.

No public stable license shall be issued unless there is in force and effect a public liability insurance policy issued by a company authorized to do business in the State of Minnesota, with limits of no less than $20,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. The policy of certificate of insurance evidencing such policy shall be filed with the City Clerk prior to release of the license.

6-306 Fees.

(1) The license fee for a private stable is $46.00 per year.
(2) The license fee for a public stable is $77.00 per year.
(3) The license fee for a boarding stable is $31.00 per year plus $8.00 per year for each horse or mule to be boarded as authorized by the Council, up to a maximum of $80.00. The applicant for a boarding stable license shall receive a credit of $25.00 against the boarding stable fee if the applicant also has a private stable license. [Revised 09/24/91, Ordinance 1386] [Revised 11/9/93, Ordinance 1472][Revised 12/6/94, Ordinance 1515][Revised 11/21/95, Ordinance 1549][Revised 11/19/96, Ordinance 1584][Revised 11/18/97, Ordinance 1621][Revised 11/17/98, Ordinance 1652][Revised 11/16/99, Ordinance 1681][Revised 11/21/00, Ordinance 1714][Revised 11/20/01, Ordinance 1739][Revised 11/19/02, Ordinance 1789][Revised 12/2/03, Ordinance 1824]

6-307 Public Lands. In no case shall the use of horses be permitted in public parks or playgrounds except on designated bridle paths as may be provided.