Md. Code Regs. 21.11.09.03

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 24, December 2, 2024

Section 21.11.09.03 - Procedures for Establishment of Vending Facilities

A. Survey of Property. The Program, in cooperation with the Department and occupants, shall survey all property controlled by the Department and recommend to the Department what vending facilities are required to adequately serve the occupants at each location, according to the following:

(1) The Department shall provide to the Division an inventory of existing property controlled by the Department by July 1 of each year;

(2) As early as possible, the Department shall notify the Division in writing of plans to renovate existing property, relocate, purchase, build, or otherwise acquire management of property to be controlled by the Department;

(3) Factors to be considered by the Program and the Department include, but are not limited to:

(a) The site's accessibility;

(b) Available space;

(c) Available funding; and

(d) Other factors relevant to a determination of the suitability of a location.

B. Determination of Need.

(1) The Program shall make a recommendation to the Department and, where appropriate, the occupant, within 30 days after receipt of notification regarding the need to establish, expand, relocate, or otherwise alter vending facilities at each site.

(2) The Department, after consultation with the occupant where appropriate, shall make the final decision regarding the location of all vending facilities on property controlled by the Department.

Md. Code Regs. 21.11.09.03