Texas HHSC licenses home daycares in two tiers: listed family homes (1-3 unrelated children) require listing only, and registered child-care homes (up to 12 children) require registration with inspection. Denton Development Code treats home daycares as a permitted accessory use in residential zones subject to standard home occupation requirements.
Home-based child care in Denton is regulated primarily by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) through two licensing tiers. A listed family home may care for 1 to 3 unrelated children and requires listing with HHSC but no inspection before opening. A registered child-care home may care for up to 12 children (including the operators own children under 14) and requires HHSC registration, background checks, pre-service training, and periodic inspections. Licensed child-care homes caring for 7 to 12 children require a full HHSC license with more extensive standards. The Denton Development Code treats family home child care as a permitted accessory use in residential zoning districts under DDC Subchapter 5. Home daycares must comply with off-street parking requirements to avoid street congestion during drop-off and pick-up times. The operation must not alter the exterior residential appearance of the home. Fenced outdoor play areas are required by HHSC for registered and licensed homes. Texas law prohibits cities from banning home daycares that comply with state licensing requirements, though cities may impose reasonable land use regulations. Denton Fire Department inspections may be required for licensed child-care homes to verify fire safety compliance.
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