Applications for all licenses and permits required by ordinance shall be made in writing to the city clerk in the absence of provisions to the contrary. Each application shall state the name of the applicant, the permit or license desired, the location to be used, if any, the time covered and the fee to be paid; and each application shall contain such additional information as may be needed for the proper guidance of the city officials in the issuing of the permit or license for which applied. Forms for all licenses and permits, and applications therefor, shall be prepared and kept on file by the city clerk. (1977 Code §§ 5.04.010, 5.04.030)