Westerville permits Type B family child care homes (1-6 children) in residential districts as home occupations under Codified Ordinances Chapter 1149. Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) licensing required under ORC Chapter 5104. Larger Type A homes (7-12 children) need conditional use approval from the Westerville Planning Commission.
Type B family child care (up to 6 children including provider's own children under age 6) is allowed as an accessory home occupation in R-1, R-2, and R-3 residential zones, provided the provider resides on site. Type A homes (7-12 children) are classified as a commercial use and require a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission (Codified Ordinances Chapter 1165). All providers must be certified or licensed by ODJFS under ORC 5104 and comply with staff-child ratios, fire inspections, and background checks. Outdoor play areas must meet setback requirements and be fenced per ORC 5104.015. Signage is limited to one non-illuminated nameplate not exceeding 2 square feet. Parking must accommodate drop-off and pick-up without blocking the public right-of-way.
Operating without ODJFS certification: state misdemeanor under ORC 5104.991. Operating a Type A home without a conditional use permit: zoning violation up to $150 per day. Continued unlicensed operation may trigger cease-and-desist from Westerville Planning and Development.
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