Childcare facilities in Atlanta must satisfy state Bright from the Start licensing, AFRD fire inspections, and Office of Buildings occupancy rules under Ch. 8. Day care home zoning is regulated separately under animals/home-business rules.
Childcare centers and family day care homes serving children in Atlanta need a license from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (Bright from the Start) under OCGA Title 20 Chapter 1A. Building Code Ch. 8 incorporates Georgia adoption of the IBC Group I-4 occupancy and IFC requirements, including dedicated egress, sprinklers in many cases, and emergency lighting. Atlanta Fire Rescue Department conducts a fire-safety inspection prior to licensing and re-inspects annually. Office of Buildings issues a certificate of occupancy. Family day care homes serving small numbers of children operate under home-business zoning with parking and signage limits.
Operating a childcare facility without state licensure, an Atlanta certificate of occupancy, or AFRD approval can result in immediate closure orders, fines, and potential revocation of state license.
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