§20–1603.

    A Class A license may not be issued for, transferred to, used in conjunction with, or used at the location of:

        (1)    a chain store;

        (2)    a supermarket;

        (3)    a discount house; or

        (4)    a franchised establishment:

            (i)    that is operated under an agreement between a franchisee and franchisor that permits the franchisee to conduct a business or sell a product or service under a name or mark, in accordance with the methods and procedures set out by the franchisor; and

            (ii)    for which the franchisor assists the franchisee through advertising, promotion, or other services.