NRS645E.170. Exemptions for certain loans; application; grounds for granting exemption; powers and duties of Commissioner.

      1.  A person may apply to the Commissioner for an exemption from the provisions of this chapter governing the making of a loan of money only for a loan secured by commercial property.

      2.  The Commissioner may grant the exemption if the Commissioner finds that:

      (a) The making of the loan would not be detrimental to the financial condition of the lender or the debtor;

      (b) The lender or the debtor has established a record of sound performance, efficient management, financial responsibility and integrity;

      (c) The making of the loan is likely to increase the availability of capital for a sector of the state economy; and

      (d) The making of the loan is not detrimental to the public interest.

      3.  The Commissioner:

      (a) May revoke an exemption unless the loan for which the exemption was granted has been made; and

      (b) Shall issue a written statement setting forth the reasons for his or her decision to grant, deny or revoke an exemption.

      (Added to NRS by 1999, 3747; A 2011, 3627)