(a) Upon receiving notification of a violation pursuant to section 14119, or notification of an adjustment pursuant to section 14118, the city or county shall have the right to request an informal hearing with the Department of Conservation pursuant to Government Code section 11445.10 et seq.

(b) Within 60 calendar days from receipt of a notification of a violation or notification of an adjustment, the city or county may deliver or mail to the director of the Department, a written request for a hearing. Such request shall include a statement of the basis for contesting the notice.

(c) The director of the department shall schedule the hearing no more than 45 calendar days from receipt of the city or county's written request, and shall notify the city or county in writing of the date set for the hearing.

(d) Failure to submit a written request for a hearing within 60 calendar days from receipt of a notification of a violation or an adjustment shall constitute a waiver of the city or county's right to a hearing.

(e) The director shall make a determination based upon review of the facts, information, and evidence presented at the hearing.

(f) The city or county shall be notified of the director's determination in writing within 15 calendar days from the date of the hearing.