What happens if the supporting documents are not received by the board within the designated time?

If supporting documents are not received by the board within the designated time, the correct consequence is that your file will be closed. This is a standard protocol in many professional licensing and regulatory processes to ensure that applications are processed promptly and efficiently. When documents are required to complete an application, a failure to submit them by the specified deadline typically results in the application being deemed incomplete, leading to its closure rather than continuation or approval.

Closing the file signifies that the board will no longer consider the application unless the applicant takes further action, such as reapplying or submitting the required documents within a different timeframe if allowed. This approach ensures that the board can effectively manage its workload and maintain timely processing of applications. Extensions or holds might seem plausible, but they are not standard practice in these situations without clear communication from the applicant regarding their circumstances.