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What is NYC AC § 28-401.12?

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This section outlines the process for renewing a license or certificate of competence, requiring applications to be submitted 30 to 90 days before expiration along with the renewal fee. The Department may investigate applications and can refuse renewal based on certain grounds. Applies to individuals holding licenses or certificates of competence in New York City.

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§ 28-401.12 Renewal of license or certificate of competence.

AC § 28-401.12

Applications for renewal of a license or certificate of competence shall be accompanied by the renewal fee and such additional information as the commissioner may require, and shall be made at least 30 days but not more than 90 days prior to the expiration date of same. Applications for renewal of a license or certificate of competence submitted within 30 days prior to the license expiration date shall be considered late and subject to applicable late renewal fees. Applicants shall provide evidence satisfactory to the department that he or she is fit to perform the work authorized by the particular license as provided by department rule. Applications for renewal are subject to investigation by the Department. The failure of an individual to renew his or her license or certificate of competence shall have the effect of cancellation of the license or certificate of competence upon expiration, and the holder of a seal issued by the department shall immediately surrender such seal to the department. A person who fails to renew a license or certificate of competence within the time period set forth in this section may apply for late renewal of such license pursuant to section 28-401.13. The department may, following notice and an opportunity to be heard, refuse to renew a license or certificate of competence on any grounds on the basis of which it could deny, suspend or revoke such license. (Am. L.L. 2021/126, 11/7/2021, eff. 11/7/2022; Am. L.L. 2023/077, 6/11/2023, eff. 6/11/2023) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2021/126 and L.L. 2023/077.

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