Family day care homes in Delray Beach must be licensed by the FL Department of Children and Families under FL Ch. 402 and comply with city LDR Sec. 4.3.3(T) home occupation standards. Max 10 children allowed in a licensed family home.
State law (FL Statute 402.313) preempts most family day care regulation. Delray Beach LDR Sec. 4.3.3 treats a licensed family day care home as a permitted home occupation when it meets state standards. Operators must carry DCF licensing, fire inspection, CPR certification, and background screening (Level 2). The home cannot be altered externally. One non-resident employee allowed. Large family child care homes (up to 12 children) require special review.
Operating without DCF license is a misdemeanor under FL 402.319. City code violations cited by Community Improvement with fines up to 250 dollars per day per FL 162.
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