(1) The department adopts and incorporates by reference the Washington state building code (chapter 19.27 RCW).

(2) Facility modifications must comply with WAC 110-301-0402.

(3) For any program that does not operate on public or private school premises, school-age program space must comply with the Washington state building code or local building code as enacted at the time of licensure.

(4) Prior to licensing, an applicant whose school-age program does not operate on public or private school premises must contact state, city, and local agencies that regulate the school-age program. A school-age provider must obtain regulations and comply with the direction given by such agencies. These agencies may include, but are not limited to, the Washington state department of labor and industries, the Washington state fire marshal, the Washington state DOH, and local health jurisdictions.

(5) Prior to licensing, an applicant whose school-age program does not operate on public or private school premises must:

(a) Have a certificate of occupancy issued by the local building, planning, or zoning department, or a local equivalent if locality does not have the certificate of occupancy; and

(b) Be inspected and approved by the state fire marshal.