A. Upon the receipt of an application for a license or permit, where an investigation or inspection is required by ordinance before the issuance of such permit or license, or where an inspection or investigation shall be deemed reasonably necessary or appropriate, the Mayor, within forty eight (48) hours, shall refer the application to the appropriate official(s) for the making of such investigation or inspection.
B. The official(s) to whom the application has been referred shall make a report thereon, favorable or otherwise, within ten (10) days after receiving such application or a copy thereof.
C. The Chief of Police or the County Health Department shall make or cause to be made an inspection regarding such permits and licenses as relate to the care and handling of food, the prevention of nuisances and the spread of disease, and the protection of health. (The Zoning Administrator shall make or cause to be made any inspections which relate to compliance with the zoning title and other related regulations.) All other investigations, except where otherwise provided, shall be made by the Chief of Police or by some other officer designated by the Mayor.
(2006 Code § 7-1-4)