Home daycare in Aurora is regulated by the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). Day care homes caring for up to 8 children require DCFS licensing. Zoning compliance also required under Aurora's home occupation standards.
Home daycare operations in Aurora must comply with both Illinois DCFS licensing requirements and local zoning standards. DCFS licenses two categories: Day Care Homes (3-8 children including the provider's own under age 12) and Group Day Care Homes (9-16 children with an assistant). The home must pass DCFS health and safety inspections. Aurora's zoning code treats licensed home daycares as permitted home occupations in residential zones. Outdoor play areas must meet DCFS safety standards. Background checks are required for all adults in the household.
Operating without DCFS license: state enforcement. Zoning violation: city enforcement. Over-capacity: both state and local penalties.
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