Section 400.18603. General provisions.

(1) Any person or  his  or   her  authorized  agent   who  is confronted with practical difficulties in complying with these rules may apply to the director, in writing, for modification of the rules. Only a modification that will not constitute a definite hazard to life or property shall be considered. The decision of the director, including the particulars of any such application, shall be entered upon the  records  of the department and a signed copy thereof sent to the applicant.

(2)   A congregate facility shall be inspected and approved for fire safety at least annually.

(3)   Electrical plans and specifications shall be approved by the local electrical inspection authority, where available, or by the inspection services of the state electrical administrative board. The authority shall issue a final certificate of compliance covering the installation. A copy of the certificate shall be provided to the state fire marshal.

History: 1994 AACS.