(1) Caregivers must:

(a) Submit applications for kinship license renewals prior to the expiration date on the current license; and

(b) Collaborate with their licensor to complete the license renewal process which includes, but is not limited to:

(i) Providing the required renewal documents;

(ii) Completing background checks for all household members, per chapter 110-04 WAC; and

(iii) Participating in:

(A) A reassessment; and

(B) An inspection of their home; and

(C) Additional assessments, in rare circumstances when related to the safety and specific needs of the children or youth in care, including, but not limited to:

(I) Mental health;

(II) Substance abuse; and

(III) Collaterals.

(2) The department may:

(a) Send a renewal notice to licensed kinship caregivers 90 calendar days prior to the license expiration date; and

(b) Close a kinship license if an application is not received by the expiration date.