26-6-11. Application for license--Investigation--Issuance--Conditions--Records--Public inspection. Applications for the license required by this chapter shall be made in the manner prescribed and on forms provided by the Department of Social Services. Before issuing the license the department shall investigate the activities and standards of care of the agency. A license shall be issued if the department is satisfied as to the need for the agency, its financial stability, the good character and intent of the applicant, and that the equipment of the agency and its services are conducive to the welfare of the children. Such license shall be conditioned on the granting of access to the premises described on the license to the Department of Social Services for visitation and inspection, at any reasonable time. In cases of suspected child abuse or neglect, unrestricted access shall be allowed at any time. The final reports of inspections required by this chapter shall be kept on file by the Department of Social Services and shall be open to public inspection.
Source: SL 1939, ch 168, § 3; SDC Supp 1960, § 55.3708; SL 1985, ch 211, § 7.
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