A. Approval Required. The installation of any alarm system in a manner which, when the system is activated, would cause a signal or message to be sent directly to the police/fire communications center by telephone line or by any other means must have the prior written approval of the chief of police or fire chief, whoever has jurisdiction. Any alarm business permittee or subscriber may apply to the chief of police or fire chief on application forms provided for such approval and such approval shall be evidenced by the issuance of a permit. Such application shall describe the alarm system and the testing procedures to be followed by the applicant along with such other information as the issuing authority may reasonably require to reach a decision on the application. The issuing authority shall grant such approval if he finds that the termination of the signal or message in the city’s communications center is compatible with the existing monitoring system and will not hinder any city police or fire activities. Each applicant who has been granted such approval shall maintain adequate equipment and an adequate work force to repair, maintain and otherwise service the particular alarm system involved in the approval. The city council may prescribe by resolution a fee for each application processed under this section.

B. Fee for Monitoring Service. Subscribers shall pay a monthly fee in the amount established pursuant to Section 6.40.250 for monitoring service provided by the city dispatch center.

C. Removal of Unauthorized Equipment. As a condition of approval and authorization of alarm systems connected directly to the Petaluma police department, in addition to any other remedy provided by law, the chief of police or a designated representative may, with knowledge of the use of any device or attachment not operated or maintained in accordance with the provisions of this chapter, order the removal of such device or attachment. Failure to remove such device, attachment or termination upon being ordered to remove the same shall constitute a misdemeanor.