§ 48-22. Denial, suspension, or revocation of license – Notice and hearing.

(a) In general.

No license may be denied, suspended, or revoked under this subtitle unless the Housing Commissioner first gives the licensee:

(1) not less than 10 days notice in writing of the Commissioner's intent to deny, suspend, or revoke the license; and

(2) an opportunity to be heard as to why the license should not be denied, suspended, or revoked.

(b) Exception.

The Housing Commissioner may deny, suspend, or revoke a license without prior notice and opportunity to be heard if, in the opinion of the Housing Commissioner or of the Fire Chief, Health Commissioner, or Police Commissioner, the health, safety, or welfare of the occupants or of the general public are in imminent danger.