North Dakota Administrative Code
Title 75 - Department of Human Services
Article 75-03 - Community Services
Chapter 75-03-21 - Licensing of Foster Homes for Adult
Section 75-03-21-06 - Safety - Inspections

1. Pets not confined in enclosures must not present a danger to a resident or the resident's guests based upon the size, temperament, or obedience of the pet. Proof of pet vaccination is required and shall be submitted to the county agency.

2. The facility must be located where a community or rural fire department is available.

3. Firearms must be stored, unloaded, in a locked cabinet. Any firearms cabinet must be located in an area of the facility that is not readily accessible to residents.

4. Interior doors with a locking mechanism must be provided with a means to unlock the door from either side.

5. The heating and electrical system must be inspected for operability and safety at the time of the initial license application and periodically thereafter if requested by the department.

6. Food preparation areas, equipment, and food storage areas must be clean, free of offensive odors, and in sound working condition.

7. The department may require that the facility be inspected by a local fire inspector or the state fire marshal at the time of initial license application and periodically thereafter if the department suspects that the facility is not fire safe or when structural changes are made to the facility.

8. Deficiencies noted during an inspection must be corrected within sixty days after the issuance of the inspection report.

9. Any fees for the inspections required by the department or costs associated with correcting deficiencies noted during an inspection must be the responsibility of the applicant or provider.