§ 138-132. Procedure for consideration of and action on applications.

(a)

The city may make such investigations and take or authorize the taking of such other steps as the city deems necessary or appropriate to consider and act on applications for franchises and revocable licenses and determine whether a franchise or revocable license should be granted to an applicant, and may require the applicant to furnish additional information and data for this purpose.

(b)

Consistent with applicable law, the city may develop and implement policies and requirements to ensure that the streets have sufficient capacity to reasonably accommodate existing and future uses in a rational and efficient manner. In evaluating an applicant for a franchise or revocable license, the city may consider an applicant's proposals for addressing capacity needs and compliance with city policies and requirements.

(c)

Consistent with applicable law, upon completion of the steps deemed appropriate by the city, the city may grant or deny the franchise or revocable license, and may specify the conditions under which the franchise or revocable license is granted. If the application is denied, a written determination shall be prepared which shall include the reasons for denial.

(Ord. No. 2001-22, § 2, 3-14-01)