For the purpose of this division, the following definitions apply:
"Certificate of noncompliance" means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 272D.1.
"Licensing authority" means the same as defined in Iowa Code section 272D.1 and includes the department and any board, commission, or other entity of the department having authority within this state to suspend or revoke a license or deny the renewal or issuance of a license authorizing a person to engage in a business, occupation, or profession.
Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-8.5