§ 18-4. General authority of Board.

To safeguard the health and safety of the people of the City, the Board may:

(1) subject to Title 4 {"Administrative Procedure Act – Regulations"} of the City General Provisions Article, adopt rules, regulations, and specifications governing the qualification and licensing of on-site utility contractors in the City;

(2) develop and administer examinations to test an applicant's knowledge of on-site utility work, if the Board considers testing necessary in a particular case;

(3) accept applications for licensure as an on-site utility contractor;

(4) issue, deny, suspend, and revoke licenses as necessary or appropriate; and

(5) hold hearings on proposed denials, suspensions, and revocations.