Draft chapter 120: Liquor Licenses and Wine and Beer Permits
§ 120.03 Investigation
The 2026 draft's § 120.03 beside the current code's § 120.03: removed words are struck through, added words underlined.
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Wording changed wording changed (94% same words)
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(Code of Iowa, Sec. 123.30)
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Current code
§ 120.03 Investigation
Upon receipt of an application for a liquor license, wine or beer permit, the Clerk may forward it to the Police Chief, who shall then conduct an investigation and submit a written report as to the truth of the facts averred in the application. The Fire Chief may also inspect the premises to determine if they conform to the requirements of the City. The Council shall not approve an application for a license or permit for any premises which does not conform to the applicable law and ordinances, resolutions and regulations of the City.
(Code of Iowa, Sec. 123.30)
2026 draft
§ 120.03 Investigation
Upon receipt of an application for a retail alcohol license, the Clerk may forward it to the Police Chief, who shall then conduct an investigation and submit a written report as to the truth of the facts averred in the application. The Fire Chief may also inspect the premises to determine if they conform to the requirements of the City. The Council shall not approve an application for a license for any premises that does not conform to the applicable law and ordinances, resolutions, and regulations of the City.
(Code of Iowa, Sec. 123.30)
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