North Dakota § 23-09-16 - License - Application
Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 23-09-16 — License - Application, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 23-09-16. License - Application
Before any food establishment, lodging establishment, pushcart, mobile food unit, or assisted living facility may be operated in this state, it must be licensed by the department. The department shall waive the license requirement for any food establishment, lodging establishment, or assisted living facility licensed by a city or district health unit if the local health unit's sanitation, safety, and inspection rules are approved by the department. The application must be in writing on forms furnished by the department and must be accompanied by the required fee. The department shall issue a license to an applicant that meets all of the requirements of this chapter and any rules established by the department. The department may adopt rules establishing the amount and the procedures for the collection of annual license fees. The fees must be based on the cost of reviewing construction plans, conducting routine and complaint inspections, reinspection, and necessary enforcement action. License fees collected pursuant to this section must be deposited in the department's operating fund in the state treasury and any expenditure from the fund is subject to appropriation by the legislative assembly.
Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 23-09-16
What does North Dakota Century Code § 23-09-16 cover?
Section 23-09-16 ("License - Application") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Dakota § 23-09-16?
A common citation format is "North Dakota Century Code § 23-09-16" (North Dakota). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Dakota attorney.
How does North Dakota § 23-09-16 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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