c. Verification Requirements

The CCAP administrator shall require verification of information when required by federal or state law, when necessary to confirm any circumstances pertaining to eligibility for the family, a child care provider or the amount of benefits. The CCAP administrator shall not require parents or providers to verify circumstances not relevant to the case.

Applicants assigned to the waiting list pursuant to section 17b-749-10 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies shall be required to provide verification of information upon request of the CCAP administrator.

Self-employed individuals shall be required to provide copies of federal and state income tax returns and business records upon request. If the reported income does not appear sufficient to meet family needs, the CCAP administrator may require the parent to verify current living expenses and document any alternate means of financial support, such as a loan or credit card expense.

The CCAP administrator may conduct an investigation if the gross or net income reported from rental property or a self-employment enterprise is not consistent with the income produced by other similar rental properties or businesses.

The CCAP administrator shall not require parents or providers to verify a negative or nonexistent condition or circumstance, unless evidence exists to suggest that the information provided is erroneous.

The CCAP administrator shall issue a written notice whenever verification of information is requested. The notice shall specify the information that is needed, the date the information is due, that assistance may be available if the parent is unable to obtain the requested information and a statement that eligibility or benefits may be affected if the information is not submitted timely by the due date.