Home daycare operations in Fort Lauderdale require licensing through Broward County, which administers its own child care licensing program. Operators must verify zoning compliance with the city, complete required training, pass fire and safety inspections, and obtain background screenings.
Broward County is one of four Florida counties that administers its own child care licensing program, separate from the state Department of Children and Families. Family child care homes in Fort Lauderdale must register with Broward County and verify zoning compliance with the city's Development Services Department. Operators must complete the DCF 30-hour family child care home training class, CPR/Pediatric First Aid certification, and Level II background screening for the provider, substitute, and all adult household residents. A fire inspection from the Fort Lauderdale Fire Department is required. Family child care homes may care for a limited number of children based on the license type.
Operating without proper licensing may result in citations from Broward County and potential criminal charges. Fire safety violations may result in immediate closure. Contact Broward County Child Care Licensing at 954-357-4800.
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