(a) The failure to have a license renewed under this article by the day of expiration shall require a new application and fee as if the applicant had never held a license.

(b) The Chief of Police is authorized to promulgate necessary rules and regulations concerning the renewal of licenses under this article. The rules and regulations so promulgated shall be with the approval of the City Attorney. (Code 1981 § 34-198. Code 1995 § 30-426.)