Virginia Law

A. All providers that are not currently licensed shall be required to apply for a license using the application designated by the commissioner. Providers applying for a license shall submit:

1. A working budget showing projected revenue and expenses for the first year of operation, including a revenue plan.

2. Documentation of working capital to include:

a. Funds or a line of credit sufficient to cover at least 90 days of operating expenses if the provider is a corporation, unincorporated organization or association, a sole proprietor, or a partnership.

b. Appropriated revenue if the provider is a state or local government agency, board or commission.

3. Documentation of authority to conduct business in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

4. A disclosure statement identifying the legal names and dates of any services licensed in Virginia or other states that the applicant holds or has held, previous sanctions or negative actions against any license to provide services that the applicant holds or has held in any other state or in Virginia, and the names and dates of any disciplinary actions involving the applicant's current or past licensed services.

B. Providers shall submit an application listing each service to be provided and submit the following items for each service:

1. A staffing plan;

2. Employee credentials and job descriptions containing all the elements outlined in 12VAC35-105-410 A;

3. A service description containing all the elements outlined in 12VAC35-105-580 C; and

4. Records management policy containing all the elements outlined in 12VAC35-105-390 and 12VAC35-105-870 A.

C. The provider shall confirm his intent to renew the license prior to the expiration date of the license and notify the department in advance of any changes in service or location.