# IDAPA 16.03.22.050: Section 050. Variances

> Idaho · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_050

## Section

- **Citation:** IDAPA 16.03.22.050
- **Heading:** Section 050. Variances
- **Jurisdiction:** Idaho
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Idaho Administrative Code / IDAPA 16 (Health and Welfare, Department of) / Chapter 16.03.22 / Section 050

## Text

The Licensing Agency may grant a variance provided the following criteria are met. (3-15-22) 01. Written Request. A written request for a variance must be sent to the Licensing Agency. Th e request must include the following: (3-15-22) a. Reference to the rule for which the variance is requested; (3-15-22) b. Reasons that show good cause why the variance should be granted, the extenuating circumstances which caused the need for the variance, any compensating factors or conditions that may have bearing on the varianc e such as additional floor space or additional staffing; and (3-15-22) c. Written documentation that ensures residents' health and safety will not be jeopardized if a varianc e is granted. (3-15-22) 02. Temporary Variance. A temporary variance may be granted for a specific resident or situation . The variance expires when the resident no longer lives at the facility or when the situation no longer exists.(3-15-22) 03. Continuing A Variance. The Licensing Agency reviews the appropriateness of continuing a variance during the survey process. If the facility administrator wishes to continue the variance, an annual request must be submitted to the Licensing Agency in writing. (3-15-22) 04. Decision to Grant a Variance. The decision to grant a variance will not be considered as a precedent or be given any force or effect in any other proceeding. (3-15-22) 05. Revocation of Variance. The Licensing Agency may revoke a variance if circumstances identify a risk to resident health and safety. (3-15-22) 051. -- 099. (RESERVED)

## Nearby sections

- [IDAPA 16.03.22.000 Section 000. Legal Authority](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_000.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.001 Section 001. Title, Scope, And Responsibilities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_001.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.002 Section 002. Written Interpretations](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_002.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.003 Section 003. Administrative Appeals And Contested Cases](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_003.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.004 Section 004. Incorporation By Reference](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_004.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.009 Section 009. Criminal History And Background Check Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_009.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.010 Section 010. Definitions And Abbreviations A Through E](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_010.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.011 Section 011. Definitions And Abbreviations F Through N](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_011.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.012 Section 012. Definitions And Abbreviations O Through Z](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_012.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.050 Section 050. Variances](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_050.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.100 Section 100. Licensing Requirements](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_100.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.105 Section 105. Change Of Ownership](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_105.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.110 Section 110. Facility License Application](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_110.md)
- [IDAPA 16.03.22.115 Section 115. Expiration And Renewal Of License](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_16_03_22_115.md)

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