27 CAR § 110-116. Criteria for review of applications

In reviewing any application for a new certificate or permit, the following criteria shall be used to determine whether the present or future public convenience and necessity will be served by the granting of such application: (1) The ability of the applicant and his or her sense of responsibility toward the public; (2) The financial condition of the applicant; (3) The current level of service being maintained by any carrier authorized to provide such service; (4) The stability of the applicant organization and the likelihood of permanent and continuous service being provided by the applicant; (5) The effect of the proposed service upon other forms of transportation; (6) The lack of service for a specific need within the area or business community; and (7) Any other matters tending to show the need, or lack of need, of the proposed service.