Submission of building construction plans

Before construction is begun, plans and specifications covering the construction of new buildings, additions to an existing building, or a substantial alteration to an existing building shall be submitted to the division of mental health and retardation and approval shall be obtained from the division with respect to compliance with the minimum standards which have been established. Note: In order to avoid unnecessary expense in changing final plans, it is suggested that as an initial step, proposed plans in sketch form be reviewed with the division.