(a) The notice of hearing shall contain a statement of the legal authority and jurisdiction under which the proceeding is to be held, a reference to the particular sections of the statutes and regulations violated, if any, and a short and plain statement of the matters asserted, or at issue, and/or a statement of charges.

(b) The notice of hearing shall specify the time, place and date for a hearing.

(c) Service of the notice of hearing and statement of charges, if any, shall be served at least 15 days prior to the date of the hearing and shall be by certified or registered mail, or by service consistent with article 3 of the CPLR. Where service is by mail, service shall be deemed complete three days after mailing.