1. a) The monthly cost of a telephone is allowed at the minimum community rate when the client has no access to a telephone and the service is essential because of:

   1. 1) illness,
   2. 2) employment, or
   3. 3) residence in an isolated area.
2. b) No allowance is made for security deposits or past due bills.
3. c) For installation charges, see 89 Ill. Adm. Code 116.520.

(Source: Amended at 15 Ill. Reg. 277, effective January 1, 1991)