Sec. 07.02.11.20. Permanency Planning Hearings

A. The court determines the permanency plan for a child based upon the recommendations of the local department and the other parties at the permanency planning hearing consistent with the hierarchy of permanency plans described in Regulation .13 of this chapter.

B. At least 10 days before the permanency planning hearing, the local department shall:

(1) Perform the tasks listed in Regulation .19D and E of this chapter;

(2) Prepare a written report setting forth the local department's recommendations; and

(3) Provide the report to the court, the child's attorney, and the child's parents or legal guardian.

C. Permanency planning hearings shall be scheduled in the following manner:

(1) Within 30 days of a court order waiving reunification services;

(2) Not later than 11 months after the original placement; and

(3) Every 6 months thereafter, or every 12 months when the court has made a determination that the child will be placed with a specific caregiver on a permanent basis.