For the purposes of this Subchapter, the term "applicant" shall mean a person or entity applying to the Department for any certificate, license, permit, or other form of authorization from the Department pursuant to this Subchapter and as required by state law.
Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 570-38-2-.02
O.C.G.A. §§ 40-1-54; 40-1-103; 40-1-107.