Ill. Admin. Code tit. 89 § 590.410

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 52, December 27, 2024

Section 590.410 - Van Adaptation

a) DHS-DRS participation in the purchase of adaptive equipment for a van must meet all criteria found in Section 590.400 and the following criteria:

1) A van is required for the customer to meet the employment goal;

2) The customer cannot access or utilize public transportation; and

3) Due to the nature of the customer's disability, he or she is unable to use an automobile, whether or not the automobile is adapted.

b) When a used van is to be adapted, the van must have an expected useful life of at least 5 years when considering the condition and mileage of the van prior to adaptation. The condition of the van shall be verified by at least one reputable mechanic/adaptor who has been selected by DHS-DRS. Any repairs determined necessary as a result of the evaluations by the mechanic/adaptor must be made, at the expense of the customer, prior to the time DHS-DRS will participate in the cost of adaptation.

c) DHS-DRS shall not participate in any cost associated with the removal, replacement, repainting, relocation or restoration of such items as cabinets, beds, appliances, etc., associated with the cost of adapting a customer's van.

Ill. Admin. Code tit. 89, § 590.410

Amended at 36 Ill. Reg. 6598, effective April 13, 2012