§ 30-71. Generally.

(a)

Whenever a report, inspection, or an investigation is required before the issuance of a license, the city clerk shall refer such application to the proper officer within 48 hours of the time the complete application is filed. The officer charged with the duty of making a report shall file it with the clerk, favorable or otherwise, within 15 days from receipt of the referral. Where any applicant or any person associated with the activity to be licensed refuses, fails or neglects to cooperate with the investigating officer and the required information cannot be obtained, such fact shall be stated in the report and the license shall not be issued until the report can be completed. An unfavorable report shall state in detail the reasons therefor.

(b)

Reports required before the issuance of a license shall furnish the specific information required by the applicable provisions of this Code and, in the absence of provisions to the contrary, shall be based upon an actual inspection of the premises, structure, land, or person involved, by a member of the appropriate department or agent thereof, and shall state whether the issuance of a license is recommended. Where specific reports are required, they shall conform to the provisions of this article.

(c)

Whenever a report is required of any department or officer, no license shall be issued until such report is received certifying compliance with the requirements for the license.

(Code 1970, § 26-35)