A. Once the Commissioner receives an application for registration in proper form, accompanied by the proper fee, he shall, within a reasonable period of time not to exceed forty-five days after the receipt of such application:
1. Register the applicant if the applicant:
a. Has met the requirements of § 59.1-318;
b. Is not in violation of § 59.1-323; and
c. Has a reasonable ability to discharge the obligations imposed upon him by his membership camping contract; or
2. Issue a notice of opportunity for a hearing to consider whether the application should be denied, if it reasonably appears that the applicant fails to satisfy any provision of § 59.1-323 or any other requirement of this chapter.
B. Except as otherwise provided by order of the Commissioner, each registration shall be valid for the period from July 1 of one year until its expiration on June 30 of the following year.