Section 481.69.5. Initial certification process for a nonaccredited program.

         69.5(1) Upon receipt of all completed documentation, including state fire marshal approval and structural and evacuation review approval, the department shall determine whether or not the proposed program meets applicable requirements.

         69.5(2) If, based upon the review of the complete application including all required supporting documents, the department determines the proposed program meets the requirements for certification, a provisional certification shall be issued to the program to begin operation and accept tenants.

         69.5(3) Within 180 calendar days following issuance of provisional certification, the department shall conduct a monitoring to determine the program’s compliance with applicable requirements.

         69.5(4) If a regulatory insufficiency is identified as a result of the monitoring, the process in rule 481—67.10(17A,231B,231C,231D) shall be followed.

         69.5(5) The department shall make a final certification decision based on the results of the monitoring and review of an acceptable plan of correction.

         69.5(6) The department shall notify the program of a final certification decision within 10 working days following the finalization of the monitoring report or receipt of an acceptable plan of correction, whichever is applicable.

         69.5(7) If the decision is to continue certification, the department shall issue a full two-year certification effective from the date of the original provisional certification.

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