A. If the director intends to determine that the objector has established both of the reasons prescribed by section 28-4454, subsection B, the director shall notify the franchisor and allow the franchisor to submit evidence in rebuttal before the director makes a final determination. The director's determination is only for the purpose of establishing standing to object to the establishment of the new motor vehicle dealer franchise.
B. If no objection is filed within fifteen days from the date the notice was received by the person or if the objector fails to establish both of the reasons pursuant to section 28-4454, subsection B, the director shall approve the notice.