§ 9-9. Decision on review.

(a) Finance Director to decide.

Within 30 days after the timely filing of an appeal, the Finance Director must notify the applicant in writing of his or her decision:

(1) to affirm the denial of the license; or

(2) to direct the Department to grant the license.

(b) Considerations.

In reviewing an application, the Finance Director must consider:

(1) all letters submitted in opposition to or support of the application;

(2) any cause for denial that is specified in § 9-16 {"Denial, suspension, or revocation"} of this subtitle;

(3) the specific days and hours proposed for late-night operations;

(4) the adequacy of an indoor and outdoor security plan, including any evaluation made by the Police Commissioner or his or her designee; and

(5) the ability and willingness of the applicant to accept reasonable conditions on the license to protect the public health, safety, and welfare.