Section 13186 Of Article 4. Denial, Revocation, And Suspension From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 12. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 1.5. >> Article 4.

. Within 30 days after receipt of notice of denial sent by the State Fire Marshal by registered or certified mail to the applicant' s last address of record, the applicant may file with the State Fire Marshal a request for statement of issues. Such request shall not be deemed an answer to the statement of issues, a request for a hearing, or a notice of defense. Unless the State Fire Marshal files a statement of issues regarding the denial of the appliction within 30 days after the timely filing of such request, the license or certificate of registration shall be issued.