Delays Caused by the Local Office
Delays that are the fault of the local office include, but are not limited to, those cases in which the office has failed to take any of the actions listed in Section 4.205.3. Whenever a delay in the initial thirty (30) day period is the fault of the local office, the local office shall take immediate corrective action to complete the application process. The local office shall not deny the application if the local office caused the delay, but shall instead notify the household if there is any action the household must take to complete the application process. Benefits retroactive to the month of application and prorated for an initial month of application in accordance with Section 4.207.2 shall be provided to the household if it is found to be eligible during the second thirty (30) day period. If the household is found to be ineligible, the application shall be denied and the household shall be sent a notice of action form when the eligibility determination is made.