(A) Written notice. Denial, revocation or suspension shall be preceded by written notice to the applicant or licensee and a public hearing before the County Board or its designee. The notification shall be directed to the most current business address or other mailing address on file with the Department for the applicant or licensee and shall state the grounds for which a denial, revocation, or suspension is being requested. The notice shall be delivered by certified mail or personal service.
(B) Hearing. Within 20 days of the written notice to the applicant or licensee, the County Board shall conduct a hearing for the purpose of determining whether to deny, revoke, or suspend the license. Applicant or licensee may be represented by counsel and may submit all relevant evidence or arguments. The County Board or its designee shall issue a written decision within ten days after the hearing, which decision shall deny, suspend, revoke, or grant the license, and state the reasons for such action. Any decision adverse to the applicant or licensee shall be deemed final immediately upon its issuance, but shall not take effect for 30 days.
(C) Appeal of suspension or revocation. If the County Board or its designee orders the suspension or revocation, the applicant or licensee may appeal the decision to a court of law within 30 days of the final decision of the County Board or its designee and the licensee may continue in business until the conclusion of the action.
(D) Appeal of denial. If the County Board or its designee orders the denial of a new adult use license, the license applicant may appeal the decision to a court of law within 30 days of the final decision of the County Board or its designee. The applicant may not commence doing business unless the action is concluded in its favor.
(Ord. 66-2010, passed 4-13-10) Penalty, see § 113.99