Construction and inspection

(a) Construction other than minor alterations, shall not be commenced until Stage Two plan-review deficiencies have been satisfactorily resolved. (b) Prior to commencing construction, the contractor shall submit a construction schedule which includes, as a minimum, the start date, dates that the heating-ventilation air-conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, and medical gas installation shall commence, and projected date of completion. (c) The completed construction shall comply with the approved drawings and specifications, including all addenda or modifications approved for the project. (d) A final construction inspection of the facility shall be conducted by the Department for the purpose of verifying compliance with these requirements and the approved plans and specifications. The facility shall not allow patient occupancy until a final approval is granted by the Department.