(1) Permit required. No person shall operate or maintain a dog kennel or cat kennel without first obtaining a permit from the office of animal control.

(2) Application. All applications for permits to operate or maintain a dog kennel, or cat kennel shall be submitted in writing upon printed forms provided for such purposes by the office of animal control. Upon approval the City shall issue the permit following payment of the fee hereinafter provided.

(3) Promulgating rules. Rules regarding kennels may be promulgated by animal control with the consent and approval of the mayor not in conflict with this Chapter or state law.