Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 216 - Department of health
Chapter 50 - Environmental health
Subchapter 10 - Food Protection
Part 3 - Licensing of Recreational Facilities and Beaches (216-RICR-50-10-3)
Section 216-RICR-50-10-3.3 - ADMINISTRATION
Current through September 18, 2024
3.3.1 Issuance and Expiration of License
No person shall maintain within this state any recreation facility or use as defined in § 3.2(A)(17) of this Part until such person has obtained a license from RIDOH in accordance with the requirements of R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-21-2. Licenses are not transferable. All licenses must be prominently displayed at the licensed location.
3.3.2 License Application
The initial application for a license must be on forms provided. A detailed plan drawn to scale showing the entire site, location and layout of buildings, recreational vehicle sites, complete details of water supplies, pumps and service including well logs, sewage and refuse disposal units, bathing areas and all available unit sites must be approved by the Director prior to any construction and before any license can be issued. Plans and construction must comply with all applicable existing laws and regulations. Additions or alterations subsequent to the submission of such will be made only with the approval of the Director.
3.3.3 Suspension or Revocation of License
The Director may suspend or revoke any license for violation of the provisions of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 23-21 or these regulations. The provisions of R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-21-3 shall apply.
3.3.4 Variances
In the event of special situations or unusual conditions, the Director may grant variances to these regulations. Requests for variances will be submitted in writing and detail to the licensing authority.
3.3.5 Retroactivity
Recreational facilities licensed by RIDOH prior to June 10, 1980, the initial effective date of these regulations, may be deemed acceptable with respect to said design and construction if they are capable of being maintained in a sanitary condition that protects the public health.
