§ 4-9 License and Permit Term.
   (a)   Unless otherwise provided, the term of the license year shall end on December 31 of each year.
   (b)   Where the issuance of licenses for a period of less than one year is permitted, the effective date of such license shall commence with the date of issuance.
   (c)   Permits shall be issued for the term set forth in the permit.
(`91 Code, § 4-9)