(a) Upon application and payment of one-half of the biennial fee, the board may issue a seasonal license under this title that is effective for the intervals stated on the license. A seasonal license may not be effective for more than 12 months in a two-year period. Otherwise, all licenses issued under this title other than a retail stock sale license are effective for the two calendar years ending December 31, unless a shorter period is prescribed by the board or by law.
(b) A permit issued under this title shall be for the period prescribed by the board. The period shall be clearly designated on the permit.