Investigation prerequisite.
Before the issuance of any license provided for in this chapter, the city commission shall cause a thorough investigation to be made concerning the character and integrity of the applicant and shall make a thorough investigation of the conditions existing in the locality wherein the premises to be occupied by the licensee are located, so that no license shall be granted where the issuance thereof shall result in the impairment of the public health and morals of the community. (Prior code § 9-2-5)