A permit from the fire code official is required to establish, maintain, or operate a rifle range. Applications for permits shall be referred to the chief law enforcement officer for approval. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

RIFLE RANGE.
Any indoor or outdoor firing, shooting, or target range established, maintained or operated for the discharge of a rifle, pistol, revolver, shotgun, or firearm. (Ord. 2010-0060 § 161, 2010.)

Rifle ranges shall not be operated or maintained without the supervision of a qualified range officer. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

To qualify as a range officer, individuals shall demonstrate to the fire code official and chief law enforcement officer their knowledge of firearms and ammunition, including the general rules of safety and the provisions of this code relative thereto. Individuals shall possess a valid certificate stating he or she is a qualified range officer. (Ord. 2010-0060 §162, 2010; Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

Ammunition shall be inspected and approved by the range officer before permission to fire or discharge the same is granted. Ammunition that will not fire or discharge or which is otherwise defective shall be surrendered to the range officer for safe disposal. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

Rifle ranges shall be equipped with portable fire appliances and other equipment required by the fire code official. Additional fire-prevention measures required by the fire code official shall be provided. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

Rifle ranges, including striking grounds, shall be completely clear of vegetation within a safe distance from the firing line. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)

Rifle ranges which are not fenced shall be posted with approved warning posters or signs to notify and protect the public from danger. (Ord. 2007-0112 § 210 (part), 2007.)