Section 200.10  Source of Authority

a)         The Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (Department) is authorized by Section 46.42 of the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois (Part 7) [20 ILCS 605/46.42] to make such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out its duties.

b)         These rules are promulgated pursuant to the State Mandates Act [30 ILCS 805] in the manner required by the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act [5 ILCS 100].