1. (1)    A provider may request an exception to a rule on a form provided by CCLD for a specified period of time when:
   (a)    A requirement does not apply to the certified family child care home; or
   (b)    The intent of the requirement can be met by a method not specified in the applicable rule.
   (2)    An exception request must include:
   (a)    A justification for the requested exception; and
   (b)    An explanation of how the provider will meet the intent of the rule.
   (3)    An exception request will not be granted:
   (a)    If the requirement is established by state statute or federal law; or
   (b)    If the health, safety, and well‐being of the children cannot be ensured.
   (4)    A provider must remain in compliance with the rule as written until CCLD approves the exception request.
   (5)    In certain circumstances, a provider may be granted an ongoing exception that will be reviewed annually to confirm the provider is in compliance with all exception requirements.
   (6)    Each exception request is unique to the applicable certified family child care and is evaluated on its own merits.  The granting of an exception to a rule does not set a precedent.
   (7)    CCLD may withdraw approval of an exception at any time, to ensure the health, safety and well‐being of the children.
   

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 329A.260

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 329A.280

History

DELC 138-2024, adopt filed 12/11/2024, effective 07/01/2025