The application for a charter under this chapter shall include the following information, which is to be filed with the commissioner:

     (1)  The name and address of the applicant, a statement of the names and addresses of all persons having any financial interest in the applicant, and the amount and nature of the interest;

     (2)  A financial statement of assets and liabilities audited by a licensed public accountant or certified public accountant;

     (3)  Plans, blueprints and specifications for new facilities or pictures of existing facilities;

     (4)  Proof that the registration requirements of the packers and stockyards division, United States department of agriculture have been met;

     (5)  Projected source and quantity of livestock, by county, anticipated to be handled;

     (6)  Projected income and expense statement for the first year's operation;

     (7)  Facts upon which are based the conclusion that the trade area and the livestock industry will benefit because of the proposed market; and

     (8)  A charter fee of two hundred fifty dollars ($250), which will be retained by the department of agriculture whether or not the charter is granted.

[Acts 1967, ch. 323, § 8; 1972, ch. 724, § 1; T.C.A., § 44-2408; Acts 1980, ch. 767, § 3.]