SECTION 745.5101. What must I do when I temporarily relocate my operation because of a renovation or damage that makes the operation temporarily unsuitable for child care?

You must:

(1) Complete the notice requirements in §745.5051 of this subchapter (relating to What notice and approval is required for a voluntary action?);

(2) Prior to a planned temporary relocation:

(A) Obtain any inspections at the temporary location that are identified in the applicable minimum standards, which may include fire, sanitation, and gas leak inspections;

(B) Ensure the temporary location complies with applicable licensing statutes, rules, and minimum standards;

(C) Allow us to conduct an inspection under §745.5103 of this division (relating to What actions will Licensing take after receiving a notice that you are temporarily relocating?); and

(D) Obtain our approval for any aspect of the temporary location that does not comply with the applicable licensing statutes, rules, and minimum standards; and

(3) For an emergency relocation:

(A) Complete each step in paragraph (1) of this section as soon as possible after the relocation; and

(B) If you are a residential child care operation, meet any additional reporting and documentation requirements under:

(i) §748.303(e)(1) and (3) of this title (relating to When must I report and document a serious incident?); or

(ii) §749.503(e)(1) and (3) of this title (relating to When must I report and document a serious incident?).

Source Note: The provisions of this §745.5101 adopted to be effective August 23, 2023, 48 TexReg 3990