Or. Admin. R. 414-350-0040 - Exceptions to Rules

(1) CCLD may grant an exception to an individual rule (OAR 414-350-0000 through 414-350-0405) for a specified period of time when:

(a) A requirement does not apply to the home; or

(b) The intent of the requirement can be met by a method not specified in the applicable rule.

(2) The provider shall request an exception to a rule on a form provided by CCLD. The request shall include:

(a) A justification for the requested exception; and

(b) An explanation of how the provider plans to meet the intent of the rule.

(3) No exception to a rule shall be granted:

(a) If the requirement is established by statute;

(b) To any home safety requirement (OAR 414-350-0170);

(c) Unless the health, safety, and well-being of the children are ensured; or

(d) That would place the facility in violation of local zoning or state building codes.

(4) Exceptions may not be implemented until approval is received from CCLD.

(5) The granting of an exception to a rule shall not set a precedent, and each request shall be considered on its own merits.

(6) CCLD may withdraw approval of an exception at any time, if deemed necessary to ensure the health, safety and well-being of the children.

Notes

Or. Admin. R. 414-350-0040

CSD 12-1988, f. 6-29-88, cert. ef. 7-1-88; CCD 1-1994, f. & cert. ef. 1-12-94; Renumbered from 412-010-0718; CCD 1-1995, f. 10-30-95, cert. ef. 11-1-95; CCD 3-2002, f. 10-14-02, cert. ef. 10-15-02; CCD 4-2009(Temp), f. 12-30-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10 thru 6-30-10; CCD 4-2010, f. 6-29-10, cert. ef. 7-1-10; ELD 10-2018, amend filed 10/16/2018, effective 10/16/2018; DELC 138-2023, amend filed 12/06/2023, effective 1/1/2024

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 329A.260

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 329A.260 & ORS 329A.280