Md. Code Regs. 13A.15.02.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 13A.15.02.06 - Response of the Office to Application

A. Upon receiving the completed application and all required documentation, whether for an initial registration or a continuing registration, the office shall determine compliance with the requirements of this subtitle by:

(1) Evaluating the application and required documentation;

(2) Interviewing the applicant;

(3) Inspecting the home proposed for use as a family child care home;

(4) Evaluating the information provided by State and federal criminal background investigations; and

(5) Evaluating the information provided from records of child and adult abuse and neglect.

B. Upon completing the procedures in §A of this regulation, the office shall, within 30 days:

(1) Issue a certificate of registration to operate the family child care home in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle if:

(a) The application is complete;

(b) All required documentation has been received; and

(c) The office is satisfied that the applicant and the home meet the requirements of this subtitle;

(2) Deny the certificate of registration if the office determines that the applicant or the home does not meet the requirements of this subtitle; or

(3) Issue a provisional certificate of registration in accordance with Regulation .04A of this chapter.

Md. Code Regs. 13A.15.02.06