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Home Daycare: Glendale vs Lakewood

How do home daycare rules compare between Glendale, CA and Lakewood, CA?

Glendale and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.

Glendale, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Small family daycare homes (up to 8 children) are allowed by right in residential zones in California per HSC 1597.45. Large family daycare (9-14 children) requires a permit. Glendale cannot prohibit small family daycare homes.

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Lakewood, CA

Los Angeles County

Some Restrictions

Lakewood allows licensed home daycare operations with limits on the number of children. State licensing and local zoning approval typically required.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGlendaleLakewood
Small FamilyUp to 8 children, by right-
Large Family9-14 children, permit required-
State LawCA HSC 1597.45-
ZoningCannot prohibit small daycare-
Small Daycare-6 to 8 children typical
Large Daycare-Conditional use permit
License-State required
Inspections-Regular state visits

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Glendale FAQ

How many children can I care for in my home?

Small family daycares in Glendale typically allow 6-8 children with a state license. Larger operations need additional permits.

Do I need a zoning permit for a home daycare?

Small daycares are often allowed by right in residential zones. Larger operations in Glendale may need a conditional use permit.

Lakewood FAQ

How many children can I care for in my home?

Small family daycares in Lakewood typically allow 6-8 children with a state license. Larger operations need additional permits.

Do I need a zoning permit for a home daycare?

Small daycares are often allowed by right in residential zones. Larger operations in Lakewood may need a conditional use permit.

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