§ 21-18. Permit issuance, expiration and renewal.

If the city manager or his designee determines from the investigation that the hotel or motel is in compliance with the permit conditions, a permit shall be granted. Otherwise, the permit shall be denied. If issued, the permit shall be valid for one (1) year from the date of issuance. The permit may be renewed annually after an investigation and inspection as required for new permits pursuant to section 21-17. If a hotel or motel has passed the annual investigation and inspection and had no violations of federal, state or local laws or regulations for two (2) consecutive years, upon permit renewal, a permit which is valid for a three (3) year period will be issued. If a hotel or motel is found to have violated any federal, state or local laws or regulations during the three (3) year period of the permit, the permit may be revoked by the city and the hotel or motel will again be required to apply for permit renewal on an annual basis. Prior to denying or refusing to renew a permit, the city manager or his designee shall first give the applicant at least fifteen (15) days' written notice and an opportunity to be heard. Notice may be sent by mail to the applicant at the address given on the permit application, which shall constitute sufficient service thereof. The city manager or his designee shall pursue criminal charges; seek an injunction, or both, against any person or persons operating a hotel or motel without a currently valid permit.

(Ord. No. 6950-13, § 1)

(Ord. No. 6950-13, § 1)