Before any permit is issued, the city clerk shall notify the chief of the fire department, or his designee, that such permit is desired. Upon receipt of such notification the chief shall inspect the premises upon which the applicant desires to store, handle and use the explosives set forth in the application and if he is satisfied: a) that no serious fire hazard will be created, b) that the applicant plans to store and use the explosives in the manner prescribed by this chapter, and c) that the applicant has a federal explosives license or permit issued by the bureau of alcohol, tobacco, and firearms, he shall endorse his approval upon said application and return it to the clerk who shall issue the permit. The police department may conduct a background investigation of the applicant if appropriate. The permit shall be denied if it is determined that issuance of the permit shall pose a threat to public safety. (Ord. 728, sec. 2, 3-17-2003)