Wyo. Code R. 048-0010-2
Effective Date: 07/02/1982 to 04/03/2009
Rule Type: Repealed Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 048.0010.2.07021982
a. A person shall not construct, expand or modify any mobile home park, combined park, or campground in a manner which would alter compliance with these rules without a plan approval from the health officer.
(1) Four (4) copies of the complete plans and specifications shall be filed with the Division or the local health office at least ninety (90) days prior to the proposed date for bid letting or the start of construction. The Division shall review all plans and specifications within thirty (30) days of receipt to determine if they are in compliance with these rules.
(2) The Division or the local health officer shall review the information and complete a review sheet.
(3) A copy of the review sheet shall be sent to the applicant or submittor and to the Division when reviewed by the local health officer.
(4) If approved, two (2) copies of the plans and specifications will be forwarded to Water Quality Division, Department of Environmental Quality for review of the design and construction of water and sewage facilities. A letter of approval shall be sent to the applicant or submittor.
(5) If disapproved, all copies of the plans and specifications shall be returned to the applicant or submittor with a letter of disapproval stating the reasons for such disapproval.
b. No plan shall be considered complete unless all of the following are included:
(1) A plan view scaled drawing that shall detail the entire area of the proposed mobile home park, combined park or campground, or the area dimensions of the modifications or expansion of the existing development. All boundaries for the mobile home, combined park, or campground and each unit space shall be clearly delineated.
(2) The number, location, and designated use of all unit spaces shall be clearly indicated on the drawing.
(3) A profile of the proposed drainage shall be included in the drawing. This shall reflect proper grading and drainage to prevent insect breeding sources and to provide all-weather access to the park.
(4) The floor plan of the service building(s) shall show the number and location of toilets, urinals, showers or baths, lavatories, laundry facilities, service sinks, doors and windows. Details of surface finishes on walls, ceilings and floors shall be included.
(5) Details of sanitary stations, storage buildings, trash stations and other proposed structures shall be clearly delineated.
(6) All equipment or appurtenances shall be designated by number in a schedule on the drawing for easy identification and location.
(7) A description for each numbered item in the drawing shall accompany the submitted plan.
(8) If construction will differ from the submitted plan, additional information describing the differences shall be submitted for approval. The same procedure shall be followed as stated in subsection (a) of this section.
c. Codes and Standards that shall be followed in all new design and construction, except the design and construction of sewage and water facilities, are:
(1) Uniform Plumbing Code - International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, 1976.
(2) Uniform Building Code - International Conference of Building Officials, 1976.
Section 2. Permit to Operate. Any person operating a mobile home park, combined park or campground in the state of Wyoming shall possess a current, valid permit from the Division. The permit shall be available for public viewing. Permits are not transferable from one person to another person, or to a location different from the original location of issuance.
a. Any person desiring to operate a mobile home park, combined park or campground shall make written application for a permit on a form provided by the Division.
b. Upon receipt of a completed application
(1) For existing facilities, the health officer shall determine if a current inspection of the applicant's facility has been conducted. If he determines that no current inspection has occurred, the health officer shall arrange for an inspection, or
(2) For new construction, the health officer shall arrange for an inspection to determine conformance with the plans and specifications previously submitted and approved, and to determine compliance with these rules.
c. Information on and results of the inspection of facility shall be provided to the Water Quality Division, Department of Environmental Quality, the Division, and the applicant.
d. A temporary permit may only be issued to an applicant for a permanent permit who is not eligible for a permanent permit but who:
(1) is in substantial compliance with these rules, and has entered into a signed agreement for corrections, by a certain date, of the items not in compliance, or
(2) has not received a premises inspection following construction within a thirty (30) day period following receipt of application by the health officer.
e. Temporary permits are not a substitute for the permanent permit. They are issued only to assist the operator in complying with these rules by providing additional correction time. Once a permanent permit has been issued, it cannot be replaced by a temporary permit.
(1) The time of validity of the temporary permit shall be expressed on the permit and no extension shall be granted. A temporary permit shall not be issued for a period to exceed six (6) months.
(2) An inspection of the mobile home park, combined park or campground shall be conducted on or before the termination date unless an earlier inspection is required by the holder of the temporary permit.
f. If, upon inspection, the mobile home park, combined park or campground is found to be in compliance, a permanent permit shall be issued. The permanent permit shall be effective until suspended or revoked.
a. Before a permit is denied, the Division shall give the applicant written notice of the intended action and the reasons for denial.
(1) If the applicant supplies evidence of correction, the health officer shall conduct an inspection. If, upon inspection, the mobile home park, combined park, or campground is found to be in compliance, a permanent permit shall be issued.
(2) If the applicant supplies evidence indicating that he would be eligible for a temporary permit, as provided in Section 2.d.(1), the health officer shall issue a temporary permit.
b. In case of denial, the applicant has a right to a hearing before the Division. The applicant shall request a hearing within twenty (20) days of his receipt of the Division's notice. The Division shall schedule a hearing at a time and place designated by the health officer. The hearing shall be held not later than 30 days from the date of the request unless a later date is requested by the applicant but in no event shall the hearing be held later than 90 days from the date of the request. The applicant shall be notified of the time and place of the hearing at least seven (7) days before the date of the hearing.
a. After an opportunity for a hearing, a permit may be suspended or revoked by the health officer or by court action. The Health Officer shall give the operator thirty(30) days written notice of the intended action.
b. Within the thirty (30) day notice period, the operator shall be given an opportunity to show compliance with all lawful requirements for the retention of the permit.
c. The permit may be suspended or revoked if the mobile home park, combined park, or campground is in noncompliance with the terms of the permit, or with any of these rules, unless the operator has entered into a signed agreement as provided in Section 8(b) of this chapter.
d. The suspension or revocation shall become effective thirty (30) days from the date of the operator's receipt of the written notice unless the operator requests a hearing within that time, or shows compliance with all lawful requirements for the retention of the permit..
a. A permit may be summarily suspended if the health officer determines that a condition exists that is an imminent hazard to the public health.
b. The Division shall include, within its suspension order, a finding to the effect that such an emergency action is imperatively required and the violations causing the emergency.
c. The operator shall have a right to a prompt post-suspension hearing to determine if revocation is necessary. The operator shall request a hearing within five (5) days of the suspension. The Division shall hold a hearing, if requested, within ten (10) days of the suspension.
a. After suspension or revocation of his permit, any operator may at any time apply in writing to the health officer for a reinstatement of the permit. A statement of compliance with the previously violated rules shall accompany the application.
b. After receipt of the completed application and statement, the health officer shall make an inspection within thirty (30) days.
c. The health officer shall reinstate the permit if he determines the mobile home park, combined park, or campground to be in compliance with these regulations.
d. If the violations have not been satisfactorily corrected, the suspension or revocation of the permit shall be continued. The applicant may not reapply for inspection and reinstatement of the permit for a period of thirty (30) days.
Section 7. Hearings. All hearings provided for in these rules shall be conducted in accordance with the Rules of Practice and Procedure adopted by the Department of Health and Social Services. Appeal from any final order of the Department of Health and Social Services shall be taken as provided by the Wyoming Administrative Procedure Act.
a. At least once every twelve (12) months, the health officer shall inspect every mobile home park, combined park and campground located within the state of Wyoming.
b. If the health officer discovers a violation of any item in these rules, he shall notify the operator in writing of the violation(s). The health officer may enter into a signed agreement for correction of the violations by a certain date, not to exceed ninety (90) days. If the operator does not enter into a signed agreement for correction of the violations by a certain date, the health officer shall take action as provided by Section 4.
c. The health officer shall reinspect the mobile home park, combined park, or campground on or after the completion date set in the signed agreement, but not later than thirty (30) days after the completion date. If the health officer finds that the violations have not been corrected, he shall take action as provided in Section 4. If the operator can show good cause for the failure to comply with the agreement, the time allowed for corrections may be extended.
d. If the manager or operator is not present at the time of the inspection, a copy of the written report shall be sent by certified mail to the operator with return receipt, or delivered personally by the health officer. This shall serve as official notification to the operator of the findings at the time of the inspection.
e. If the health officer receives a complaint that the mobile home park, combined park, or campground may be in violation of these rules, the health officer shall investigate the complaint, and may conduct an inspection. If the health officer discovers a violation, he shall take action as provided in Section 8.b.