Wis. Admin. Code DHS § DHS 50.04

Current through December 30, 2024
Section DHS 50.04 - Variance and waiver
(1) In this section:
(a) "Variance" means an alternate means of meeting a requirement in this chapter.
(b) "Waiver" means an exemption from a requirement of this chapter.
(2) The department may grant a waiver or variance if the department determines that the proposed waiver or variance will not diminish the effectiveness of the services provided and will not jeopardize the health, safety, welfare, or rights of any youth. The department may specify a timeframe or time limit for the waiver. A request for a variance or waiver must be submitted on a form provided by the department.

Note: A variance and waiver request form is available by accessing https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/library/f-60289.htm.

(3) The department may rescind or limit a waiver or variance at any time by notifying the YCSF, if any of the following occurs:
(a) The department determines the waiver or variance has adversely affected or is likely to adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of the youths.
(b) The YCSF fails to comply with any of the conditions of the waiver or variance as granted.
(4) The department shall inform a YCSF in writing if it rescinds or limits a waiver or variance.

Wis. Admin. Code Department of Health Services DHS 50.04

Adopted by, EmR1922: emerg. cr., eff. 11-2-19; CR 19-077: cr. Register July 2020 No. 775, eff. 8/1/2020