California Health & Safety Code 1597.40 protects Small (8 children) and Large (14 children) Family Day Care Homes as a by-right residential use. Corona cannot require a CUP and HOAs cannot ban them.
State law strongly preempts local control over family child care homes. Health & Safety Code §1597.40 declares that the use of a single-family home as a state-licensed Small or Large Family Day Care Home shall be considered a residential use of property and a use by-right in all residential zones. Corona cannot require a conditional use permit, special zoning approval, or charge business-license fees beyond what applies to other residential home occupations. The operator must hold a current license from the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD). Small Family Day Care Homes serve up to 8 children (including the operator's own children under 10); Large Family Day Care Homes serve up to 14 children with one assistant. Operators must comply with fire, building, and health regulations specific to daycare homes (smoke alarms, fire extinguishers, fenced outdoor play area, two exits). Civil Code §1597.40(c) prohibits HOA CC&R restrictions that would prevent daycare homes. Operators should still obtain a Corona business license under CMC Title 5 and notify neighbors as a courtesy. Drop-off and pick-up traffic is part of the protected residential use but should be managed to avoid blocking neighbors' driveways.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Corona code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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