33 V.S.A. § 2216: Rulemaking

The Department shall adopt rules pursuant to 3 V.S.A. chapter 25 for the implementation of the Vermont Homelessness Response Continuum, addressing at a minimum:

(1) requirements for community providers participating in the Program;

(2) standards for highly structured, low-barrier, and specialized shelters;

(3) documentation requirements for household eligibility, including disability;

(4) required elements for supportive services, including case management;

(5) the creation of a brief, standardized initial assessment form that may be completed by hand, electronically, or by telephone;

(6) a process for issuing timely, written approval or denial notifications to applicants;

(7) a process for issuing advance notice to households when the household is being terminated from the Program;

(8) applicant and household appeal procedures;

(9) time limits for Program participation, including procedures for extensions;

(10) a process for reinstatement of services after a household’s termination from the Program;

(11) expectations for the Office’s oversight and quality monitoring, including performance measurements applicable to all community partners and grantees; and

(12) other subjects as deemed necessary.