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In order for a building moving permit to be issued by the city, the applicant must meet the following qualifications and requirements:

A. Hold a current business registration certificate;

B. Hold valid current registration under the state Contractors’ Registration Act either as a general or specialty contractor authorized to engage in the building moving business;

C. Demonstrate the ability to perform the task of moving buildings in a workmanlike manner by presenting evidence of experience and appropriate equipment;

D. Show proof of liability insurance, which policy shall, by endorsement, name the city as an additional insured, and which insurance shall cover the contractor and the city against all claims or damages for bodily injury, including wrongful death, in an amount not less than $500,000.00 per occurrence, and property damage liability insurance in an amount not less than $100,000.00 per occurrence;

E. Post a surety bond or cash or other security in lieu of said bond with the city in the sum of $5,000.00 to guaranty performance of the moving operation and placement of the building in accordance with the plans submitted for the moving of said building, and to cure or pay for any damages caused to public or private facilities as part of the movement of the building along city streets. A single bond may be posted by an applicant for more than one move; provided, however, if the principal amount of said bond is reduced by virtue of unpaid damages, the full amount of the principal shall be restored prior to the issuance of any subsequent building moving permits;

F. Show proof of a valid and current building permit from the appropriate jurisdiction authorizing the placement of the subject building;

G. Show proof of notification, and permit or license, if such is required, from any jurisdiction other than the city of Lacey through which the move will be made;

H. Show proof that all appropriate utility companies have been notified of the move;

I. Pay the city building moving permit fee in an amount as set by resolution of the city council. Provided, however, until such time as the council sets such fee by resolution, the fee shall be in the sum of $200.00;

J. Provide as part of the application the following information:

1. The location from which the building is being removed, and the name and address of the building owner,

2. The type of building, including approximate age, width, length, and height when loaded for moving,

3. The equipment to be used in moving the building, including the weight of said equipment when loaded with the building,

4. The proposed route for moving the building, and the proposed times of commencement and completion of the move. (Ord. 771 (part), 1986).