The department shall have the power to issue an interim license, not exceeding six months, to an applicant seeking to operate an older adult daily living center for the first time at a specified location. The department may issue such license when it is satisfied that the applicant is suitable, the premises are safe and the applicant is likely to substantially comply with applicable regulations prior to expiration of the interim license. Interim licenses shall not be renewable.
62 P.S. § 1511.5