Rules and Regulations for Licensing Swimming and Wading Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas (R23-22-SWI/H&S)

Regulation Authority:

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-22-2

Purpose and Reason:

In accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act, R.I. Gen. Laws Section 42-35-3(a)(1), the following is a concise statement regarding this rulemaking for the Rules and Regulations for Licensing Swimming and Wading Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas (R23-22-SWI/H&S). This rulemaking repeals the Rules and Regulations for Licensing Swimming and Wading Pools, Hot Tubs, and Spas (R23-22-SWI/H&S), and replaces them with the rules and regulations for Licensing Aquatic Venues (216-RICR-50-05-4). For information on the regulatory filing for Licensing Aquatic Venues, please see the filing form for ERLID 9319. No comments were received regarding this repeal during the public comment period; therefore no non-technical revisions were made, and no justification for not implementing suggested revisions is required. In the development of this repeal, consideration was given to: 1) alternative approaches; 2) overlap or duplication with other statutory and regulatory provisions; and 3) significant economic impact on small business. No alternative approach, duplication, or overlap was identified based on available information. RIDOH has determined that the benefits of this repeal justify its costs.