Allen, TX Home Business: Home Daycare (2026)
Key Facts
- Max Children
- 6 registered, 12 licensed
- State Agency
- Texas HHSC
- Zoning
- Accessory home occupation
- Parking
- Driveway only, no street stacking
- Code
- Allen LDC Ch. 4.20
Summary
Registered family home daycares (up to 6 children) allowed in Allen as accessory home occupation per Allen LDC Ch. 4.20. Must hold Texas HHSC registration or license under Human Resources Code Ch. 42.
hree or more days a week.(9) "Family home" means a home that provides regular care in the caretaker's own residence for not more than six children under 14 years of age, excluding children who are related to the caretaker, and that provides care after school hours for not more than six additional elementary school children, but the total number of children, including children who are related to the caretaker, does not exceed 12 at any given time. The term does not include a home that provides care exclusively for any number of children who are related to the caretaker.(10) "Cottage family home" means a family residential setting with one or more homes operating under the license of a cottage home operation and in whic
Full Breakdown
Allen permits in-home childcare as a home occupation when operator resides on-site, children under care do not exceed state-registered limits (3 for listed, 6 for registered, 12 for licensed with assistant), and no exterior evidence of business beyond one staff vehicle. Drop-off/pick-up must use driveway; no stacking on street. Texas HHSC registration required before operation; copy must be on file with Allen Planning Dept. Fenced rear yard required for outdoor play space if children play outside. Fire inspection required for licensed homes serving 7+ children. Parking plan must accommodate peak drop-off without blocking sidewalks.
Violations & Fines
Unregistered operation: cease-and-desist plus fines up to 500 dollars per day under Allen LDC enforcement provisions. HHSC may revoke registration; repeat traffic blockage can trigger nuisance abatement.
Frequently Asked Questions
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