§ 3-8. Denial or suspension of permit.

(a) In general.

On a finding that an applicant or permit holder has committed one of the offenses specified in subsection (b) of this section, the Zoning Board may:

(1) deny the permit or permit renewal; or

(2) suspend the permit for not less than 30 days nor more than 90 days.

(b) Grounds.

The Zoning Board may take action under subsection (a) of this section for any of the following causes:

(1) failing or refusing to comply with any provision of this subtitle or of any rule or regulation adopted under this subtitle;

(2) making any material false statement in any application for an initial or renewal permit;

(3) violating any provision of the City Building, Fire, and Related Codes Article, Health Code Article, or Zoning Code Article, or of any other ordinance, rule, or regulation of the City;

(4) conviction of an owner, operator, or employee of the establishment of any violation of City Code Article 19, § 34-6 {"Daytime and Nighttime Curfews: Prohibited conduct of establishments"};

(5) conviction of an owner, operator, or employee of the establishment of any violation of City Code Article 19, Subtitle 25 {"Loitering — General"};

(6) permitting the installation, maintenance, or operation of amusement devices in any way that impairs the safety, health, or general welfare of patrons or of the public in the immediate vicinity of the premises;

(7) lack of accessibility for fire and police protection; or

(8) lack of accessibility of light and air.

(c) Written decision and order.

The Zoning Board must issue a written decision and order on any application for a permit or renewal application within 5 days of the hearing on the matter.