Whenever the chief disapproves an application or refuses to grant a permit applied for, or when it is claimed that the provisions of this code do not apply, or that the true intent and meaning of this code have been misconstrued or wrongly interpreted, the applicant may appeal the decision of the chief to the mayor and city council within thirty (30) days from the date of the decision appealed. (Ord. 831 § 1, 2002)