§ 10-516. Rules and regulations

   (a) In general. -- The Secretary shall adopt rules and regulations for establishing, licensing, and operating private group homes.

(b) Contents. -- These rules and regulations shall ensure at least:

   (1) That the proposed staff will be adequate to supervise properly the individuals in the private group home;

   (2) That the procedure under which the proposed private group home will receive, investigate, document, and dispose of written complaints from neighborhood residents is acceptable; and

   (3) That the proposed care or treatment:

      (i) Reasonably can be expected to benefit the individuals in the private group home; and

      (ii) Will be provided by an adequate staff or, under agreement, by a provider of mental health services.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 59, § 60, 62; 1982, ch. 21, § 2.