The party to whom a notice of hearing is directed must file with the agency an answer within fourteen (14) days after service of the notice of hearing. All allegations contained in the notice or hearing which are not specifically admitted are deemed denied.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 360-18-.02
O.C.G.A. Secs. 43-1-3, 43-34-24(c).