(a) In order to obtain a license under the provisions of this chapter to establish, conduct, or maintain a pediatric day health and respite care facility, a person, entity, political subdivision of the state, or governmental agency shall file with the state department a verified application on a form prescribed, prepared, and furnished by the state department, containing information as may be required by the state department for the proper administration and enforcement of this chapter.
(b) The state department shall initiate an initial licensing inspection of a Transitional Health Care Needs Optional Service Unit within 60 days of receipt of a completed application.