In this title: the definitions in § 1–101 of this article apply without exception or variation; and the following words have the meanings indicated. “Board” means the Board of License Commissioners for Frederick County. “County” means Frederick County.

This title applies only in Frederick County.

A copy of any legislation concerning alcoholic beverages enacted by the county governing body under this title shall be sent to the Department of Legislative Services, 90 State Circle, Annapolis, Maryland 21401.

Subject to subsection (b) of this section, to qualify as a restaurant under this title, a restaurant shall have average daily receipts from the sale of food that are at least 40% of the total average daily receipts of the restaurant. The average daily receipts requirement under subsection (a) of this section expires at 10 p.m. After 10 p.m., there is no requirement for a restaurant regarding average daily receipts from the sale of food and alcoholic beverages.