Investigation and procedure for granting permits shall be as follows:
1. The Fire Marshal shall investigate an application for a permit, and such investigation shall be made by authorized members of the Fire Department.
2. The Fire Marshal may require such additional information as may be necessary to carry out the investigation of the application for a permit.
3. The Chief shall determine the allowable occupant load permitted for an assembly or institutional occupancy based upon the aisle and exit provisions of Chapter 10 of this article. The allowable occupant load shall not exceed the maximum occupant load designated in the Certificate of Occupancy issued by the Department of Building and Safety, or in the absence of such certificate, the maximum occupant load approved by the Chief.
4. If, after investigation and consideration of any application, and any plans or specifications required in connection therewith, the Chief determines that the proposed business, operation, occupation or premises will not create any undue hazard as a result of fire or panic, and the applicant will comply with any requirements of this article and all other applicable laws, the Chief shall approve the application.
5. The Chief’s approval of the application may be made subject to terms and conditions necessary for the safeguarding of life and property from the hazards of fire, explosion or panic.
6. On approval of the application by the Chief and the payment of the required fee, the Office of Finance shall issue the permit.