Sioux City, IA Home Business: Home Daycare (2026)

15. Child Care Homes are allowed if it is demonstrated that:

a. The use is limited to a single-family detached or a duplex or twin home dwelling that meets all standards of this Code;

b. The home is not located along an arterial street;

c. There is at least 100 square feet of exterior open space per child, which is entirely enclosed by a building, fence, or wall with a height of at least four feet;

d. Signage is restricted to a single placard with a maximum size of two square feet that must be affixed securely and flat against a wall of the home;

e. Employees are restricted to residents of the dwelling;

f. Adequate precautions are taken on behalf of the operator so as not to create an undue burden on neighboring properties via traffic, parking, and noise; and

g. The Child Care Home shall meet the parking requirements set out in Table 25.05.030.2.1 Off-Street Parking for Residential and Commercial Uses of the Home.

16. Child Development Homes or Child Care Centers are allowed if it is demonstrated that the operator for the use meets all certification, licensing, inspection, and/or monitoring requirements of the Iowa Department of Human Services in accordance with Chapter 237A.3A, Iowa Code.

17. Home occupations are allowed , if it is demonstrated that:

a. The use does not include:

1. Medical or dental office or clinic;

2. Automobile repair and service establishments;

3. Retail shopping establishments;