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Virginia Administrative Code
Title 12. Health
Agency 35. Department of Behavioral Health And Developmental Services
Chapter 46. Regulations for Children's Residential Facilities
11/21/2024

12VAC35-46-120. Denial.

A. An application for licensure may be denied when the applicant:

1. Violates any provision of applicable laws or regulations made pursuant to such laws;

2. Has a founded disposition of child abuse or neglect after the appeal process has been completed;

3. Has been convicted of a crime listed in § 37.2-416 or 63.2-1726 of the Code of Virginia;

4. Has made false statements on the application or misrepresentation of facts in the application process;

5. Has not demonstrated good character and reputation as determined through references, background investigations, driving records, and other application materials;

6. Has a history of adverse licensing actions or sanctions;

7. Permits, aids, or abets in the commission of an illegal act in services delivered by the provider; or

8. Engages in conduct or practices detrimental to the welfare of any individual receiving services from the provider.

B. If denial of a license is recom­mended, the facility shall be notified in writing of the deficiencies, the proposed action, the right to appeal, and the appeal process.

Statutory Authority

§§ 37.2-203 and 37.2-408 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 25, Issue 21, eff. August 6, 2009.

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