(1) An application for either an original or a renewal license to operate a public swimming pool, spa, or other water feature must be made to the department, must contain the information required by the department, and must be accompanied by the following license fees:

(a) $200 for any swimming pool or other water feature; or

(b) $75 for a spa or wading pool with a total water capacity not exceeding 4000 gallons; and

(c) a late renewal fee of $25 for each calendar month past the license renewal due date that the license fee is not paid. The pool, spa, or other water feature may not operate until the license fee or late renewal fee are both paid in full.

(2) Licenses are only valid if signed by an authorized representative of the department.