Mo. Code Regs. Ann. tit. 19, § 30-60.040
Variance Requests
Effective Jul 30, 1995section 210.221.1(3), RSMo 1994.* This rule was previously filed as 19 CSR 40-60.040. Original rule filed Dec. 1, 1994, effective July 30, 1995. Changed to 19 CSR 30-60.040 July 30, 1998. *Original authority 1949, amended 1955, 1987, 1993Division of Regulation and Licensure
PURPOSE: This rule establishes the procedure for a facility director to request a variance from any portion of the rules of this chapter.
- (1) Any facility director may request a variance from any portion of the rules of this chapter. The request for a variance shall be made in writing to the department and shall include the reasons for requesting the variance. The department shall approve any variance request that does not endanger the health or safety of the children served by the facility. Local inspectors may grant a variance, subject to approval by the department.
- (2) If a variance request is not recommended by the bureau, the facility owner or director shall be advised in writing of the basis for the recommendation. If the owner or facility director does not agree with the recommendation to deny the variance, s/he may request the department to make a final decision regarding the denial.
- (3) This rule expires on June 30, 2000.
AUTHORITY: section 210.221.1(3), RSMo 1994.* This rule was previously filed as 19 CSR 40-60.040. Original rule filed Dec. 1, 1994, effective July 30, 1995. Changed to 19 CSR 30-60.040 July 30, 1998. *Original authority 1949, amended 1955, 1987, 1993.