Hillsborough County allows family daycare homes in residential zones subject to state licensing. FL DCF licenses required for 5+ unrelated children. Local zoning clearance needed through Development Services.
Family daycare homes in unincorporated Hillsborough County operate under FL §402.313 state licensing administered by the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Up to 10 children permitted with proper licensing (6 preschool + 4 school-age). Land Development Code permits family daycare as accessory home occupation in residential zones. Fire inspection, background screening for all household members 12+, and annual DCF inspection required. Large family childcare homes (11-12 children) require special use permit.
Unlicensed operation: DCF administrative fines up to 500 per day plus zoning citation. County code enforcement fines up to 250 per violation per day.
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