When is an application considered complete?

An application is considered complete when all requirements in the rules are met. This means that it must include all necessary documentation, information, and adherence to specified guidelines set forth by regulatory authorities. A complete application ensures that the reviewing entity has everything needed to make an informed decision regarding approval.

The submission of an application alone does not make it complete; it is the fulfillment of all specified criteria and requirements that satisfies the completeness standard. Additionally, while payment of the application fee is often a required step, it is not the sole indicator of completeness. Approval by the department is a subsequent step that occurs after the application is deemed complete and does not define what constitutes completeness in the initial stages of processing.