3. An entity may apply to the Commissioner of Health for a license to establish a pediatric respite care facility in the State. In addition to any other requirements set forth by the Commissioner of Health, an applicant shall be required to provide the following:

a. criminal history record background checks of each staff member and administrator of the facility;

b. payment of any reasonable fees for the issuance or renewal of licenses as determined by the commissioner; and

c. documentation of compliance with standards and policies established by the commissioner regarding:

(1) the core services to be provided;

(2) professional personnel requirements;

(3) standards of patient care; and

(4) administration of the facility.

The provisions of this section shall not apply to pediatric long-term care facilities licensed in accordance with N.J.A.C.8:33H-1.5.

L.2013, c.267, s.3.