The department may deny a license to an applicant based on an evaluation, substantiated by facts, showing that the applicant does not meet standards for care.

Within 120 days after application, the applicant must receive a written notice of approval or denial of a license. If the application is denied, the notice must include the reasons for the denial. An applicant may reapply after taking corrective action related to the reasons for the original denial of the license.

Cross-References: Grounds for revocation or refusal to issue or renew child welfare agency license or registration, SDCL 26-6-23; Revocation or refusal to issue or renew license or registration for child abuse or violence, SDCL 26-6-23.1.

Source: 4 SDR 2, effective July 25, 1977; 7 SDR 66, 7 SDR 89, effective July 1, 1981; 10 SDR 48, effective November 11, 1983; 17 SDR 157, effective April 23, 1991; 21 SDR 206, effective June 4, 1995; 27 SDR 63, effective December 31, 2000; 39 SDR 220, effective June 27, 2013.

General Authority: SDCL 26-6-16.

Law Implemented: SDCL 26-6-16.