A. All applications for new licenses, for renewal or reissuance of licenses and for transfer of licenses authorized by this chapter, shall be verified and filed with the City License Administrator and shall state the applicant's name in full and indicate that the applicant has complied with the requirements and possesses the qualifications specified in the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act and City ordinances.
B. All licenses issued pursuant to this chapter may be suspended and the premises closed by the local law enforcement agency without a prior hearing. In such cases, notice shall be given to the licensee of the right to appeal pursuant to chapter 5.04 of this title. The cause or causes for such suspension shall be listed on the notice of closure.
C. All applications filed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall be referred to the Police Department for inspection and report. Within a reasonable time after receiving such application, the Police Department shall recommend whether or not the application should be granted.
D. All applications filed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter shall be referred to the Health Department, which shall inspect all premises to be licensed to assure sanitary compliance with the laws of the State, the ordinances of the County, and Health Department rules and regulations on the preparation, storage, distribution or sale of alcoholic beverages and food.
E. Applications for retail licenses and permits under this chapter shall be accompanied by those fees established in chapter 5.08 of this title, which are in addition to the general required business license fees. (Ord. 17-18)