However, if the party or parties dispute the itemized amount or dispute that the expenses are due, the party or parties may deposit the sum claimed due with the department or post a bond with good security in an amount equal to the sum claimed due, such bond to be approved by the department, and the party or parties shall then request a hearing and the controversy shall be decided in accordance with Code Sections 50-13-13 through 50-13-18. Until such a final determination is made, the department shall not refuse to issue a permit or permits.
OCGA § 32-6-96