Notice is hereby given in accordance with § 2.2-4007.01 of the Code of Virginia that the Board for Contractors intends to consider amending the following regulation: 18VAC50-30, Individual License and Certification Regulations. The purpose of the proposed action is to add a definition of "certified accessibility mechanics," the criteria for such certification, the fees associated with such certification, the continuing education associated with such certification, prohibited acts, and the jurisdiction of the board over such regulants. The proposed amendments also include an endorsement for limited use/limited application elevators.

The agency intends to hold a public hearing on the proposed action after publication in the Virginia Register.

Statutory Authority: §§ 54.1-201 and 54.1-1102 of the Code of Virginia.

Public Comment Deadline: December 22, 2010.

Agency Contact: Eric L. Olson, Executive Director, Board for Contractors, 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233, telephone (804) 367-2785, FAX (804) 527-4401, or email contractors@dpor.virginia.gov.