Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 641 - PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Chapter 33 - PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL SYSTEMS BOARD-CONTESTED CASES
Rule 641-33.32 - Application for rehearing

(1) Who may file. Any party to a contested case proceeding may file an application for rehearing from a final order.

(2) Content of application. The application for rehearing shall state on whose behalf it is filed, the specific grounds for rehearing, and the relief sought. In addition, the application shall state whether the applicant desires reconsideration of all or part of the board decision on the existing record and whether, on the basis of grounds enumerated in paragraph 33.30(2)"e " and rule 641-33.31 (17A,272C), the applicant requests an opportunity to submit additional evidence.

(3) Filing deadline. The application shall be filed with the board within 20 days after issuance of the final decision.

(4) Notice to other parties. A copy of the application shall be timely mailed by the applicant to all parties of record not joining therein.

(5) Additional evidence. A request that additional evidence be considered on rehearing shall be governed by paragraph 33.30(2)"e. "

(6) Disposition. Any application for rehearing shall be deemed denied unless the board grants the application within 20 days after its filing.

(7) Only remedy. Application for rehearing is the only procedure by which a party may request that the board reconsider a final board decision.

(8) Proceedings. If the board grants an application for rehearing, the board may set the application for oral argument or for hearing if additional evidence will be received. If additional evidence will not be received, the board may issue a ruling without oral argument or hearing. The board may, on the request of a party or on its own motion, order or permit the parties to provide written argument on one or more designated issues. The board may be assisted by an administrative law judge in all proceedings related to an application for rehearing.