Section 481.30.5. Penalty and delinquent fees.

         30.5(1) Late penalty. Food establishment licenses and food processing plant licenses that are renewed by the licensee after the license expiration date shall be subject to a penalty of 10 percent of the license fee per month. A license shall be renewed only if the license holder has provided documentation pursuant to subrule 30.3(5).

         30.5(2) Penalty for opening or operating without a license. A person who opens or operates a food establishment or food processing plant without a license is subject to a penalty of up to twice the amount of the annual license fee.

         30.5(3) Civil penalty for violations. A person who violates Iowa Code chapter 137F or these rules shall be subject to a civil penalty of $100 for each violation. Prior to assessment of the penalty, the license holder shall have an opportunity for a hearing using the process outlined in rule 481—30.11(10A,137C,137D,137F).

This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code sections 137F.4, 137F.9 and 137F.17.

[ARC 1190C, IAB 11/27/13, effective 1/1/14]