What type of plans must be submitted to the Department for a new facility?

Schematic plans and working drawings are essential documents required for the submission to the Department for a new facility. These plans provide a visual representation of the layout and design of the facility, ensuring compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and standards for healthcare environments. They detail the physical structure, including room sizes, placement of exits, accessibility features, and other critical design elements necessary for the health, safety, and welfare of residents and staff.

These documents are crucial because they help regulatory bodies assess whether the proposed facility will meet requirements specific to nursing homes, such as patient care areas, staff-workspaces, and common areas. Having well-prepared schematic plans and working drawings facilitates the review and approval process, ultimately impacting the timeline for opening the facility.

Other types of documents, while important for operation and management, serve different purposes. Financial forecasts and business plans are essential for ensuring economic viability but do not provide the physical design necessary for construction. Employee training schedules and operational policies and procedures are vital for day-to-day management and staff preparedness but are not fundamental to the initial construction and licensing of a new facility.