This section applies only to Carroll County. Notwithstanding any other provision of law and subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the Carroll County Office of Permits and Inspections may deny the issuance or renewal of a commercial license or permit in the county if the applicant has unpaid personal property taxes. The Carroll County Office of Permits and Inspections may not deny the issuance or renewal of a commercial license or permit for unpaid personal property taxes under paragraph (1) of this subsection if the applicant submits evidence to the satisfaction of the Office that the applicant has disputed the amount of unpaid personal property taxes. The Carroll County Office of Permits and Inspections may issue or renew a commercial license or permit in the county that was denied under subsection (b)(1) of this section if the applicant submits evidence to the satisfaction of the Office that the applicant has paid any previously unpaid personal property taxes.