Changes That Require Reporting

01. Notification To The Department. (3-17-22) a. When a change of a certified agency's ownership, administrator, geographic service area, or addres s is contemplated, the owner or designee must notify the Division of Licensing and Certification in writing through th e Department-approved process. (3-17-22) 02. Center-Based Services. When an agency plans to provide center-based services in a new physica l location, on a temporary or permanent basis, the Department will conduct a site review within thirty (30) days afte r the agency has relocated. Included with the notification required under this rule, the agency must provide: (3-17-22) a. Evidence of review and approval by the local fire and building authorities, including issuance of occupancy permit; (3-17-22) b. A checklist that verifies compliance with the ADA requirements and Subsection 400.01 of thes e rules.; and (3-17-22) c. Written policies and procedures covering the protection of all individuals in the event of fire an d other emergencies to include emergency evacuation procedures. (3-17-22) 03. Updated Certificate Necessary. To continue operation after any such anticipated change, the DDA must receive an updated certificate from the Department that reflects the change(s). An agency that fails to notify th e Department of such changes is operating without a certificate. (3-17-22) 04. New Ownership. For new ownership, the new owner must submit a new application to the Division of Licensing and Certification through the approved process at least sixty (60) days prior to the propose d date of change under Section 101 of these rules. (3-17-22)