The Code Enforcement Officer shall examine or cause to be examined applications for permits and amendments thereto within a reasonable time after filing. If the application or the construction documents do not conform to the requirements of pertinent laws, the Code Enforcement Officer shall reject such application in writing, stating the reasons therefor. If the Code Enforcement Officer is satisfied that the proposed work conforms to the requirements of this code and laws and ordinances applicable thereto, the Code Enforcement Officer shall issue a permit therefor as soon as practicable.