(a)
- (1) A "new facility" is one (1) which had plans approved by the Office of Long-Term Care and began operations and/or construction or renovation of a building for the purpose of operating a facility on or after the adoption date of this part.
- (2) The rules and codes governing new facilities apply if and when the facility proposes to begin operation in a building not previously and continuously used as a facility licensed under this part.
- (b) Additions to existing facilities shall meet the standards for new construction.
- (c) The requirements outlined under Section 44, General Standards for Existing Structures, also applies when applicable.