Boynton Beach permits family day care homes (up to 10 children) in residential zones as home occupations, subject to DCF licensing under FL §402.313 and a city home occupational license. Large family day care homes (up to 12) require additional zoning review.
Per Boynton Beach LDR Chapter 3, Article IV, Section 3.D, family day care homes are permitted as accessory home occupations in single-family and two-family residential districts. Operators must hold a current Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) registration or license per FL §402.313, a Palm Beach County Business Tax Receipt, and a Boynton Beach Business Tax Receipt. Outdoor play areas must be fenced. No signage beyond a small identification plate is allowed. Drop-off and pick-up must not create traffic congestion.
Operating without DCF registration or city BTR: $250 first offense, $500 repeat, plus potential closure order through code enforcement.
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