55 Pa. Code § 6500.12 - Waivers

A waiver of a specific section, subsection or paragraph of this chapter may be requested by writing to the appropriate Deputy Secretary of the Department. A waiver will be considered if the following criteria are met.

(1) The waiver does not jeopardize the health, safety or well-being of any of the individuals in the home.
(2) The waiver is based on the best interests and needs of the individuals.
(3) Noncompliance with the regulation is of greater benefit to the individuals than compliance with the regulation.
(4) There is an alternative method for meeting the intent of the regulation.
(5) There are special circumstances that make this home different from other homes complying with the regulation.
(6) The waiver does not violate any other State regulation or statute.
(7) The waiver is not requested for §§ 6500.1-6500.4 (relating to general provisions).

Notes

55 Pa. Code § 6500.12
The provisions of this § 6500.12 amended June 17, 2016, effective 6/18/2016, 46 Pa.B. 3177.

The provisions of this § 6500.12 amended under Articles IX and X of the Human Services Code (62 P.S.§§ 901-922 and 1001-1088).

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