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Collin County, TX Home Business: Home Daycare (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

State License
HHSC 26 TAC Ch. 744-747
Max Kids
12 (licensed home)
Training
30 hrs pre-service plus 30 hrs annual
County Permit
None (state-regulated)
Background Check
All household 14+

Summary

Registered and licensed home daycares in unincorporated Collin County must comply with Texas HHSC minimum standards under 26 TAC Ch. 744-747. County has no separate home daycare permit; cities within Collin (Plano, McKinney, Frisco) add local home occupation rules.

City-specific rules exist: Allen, McKinney, Frisco, and Plano have their own home daycare rules that differ from Collin County's county-level regulations. If you live in one of those cities, check the city-specific page instead.

Child Care Regulation Texas Health and Human Services Commission protects children by regulating and educating child care providers. Child Care Regulation (CCR) responsibilities include: Regulating all child care operations and child-placing agencies to protect the health, safety, and well-being of children in care. Permitting and monitoring operations and agencies for compliance with state regulation standards, rules and laws. Investigating complaints alleging violations of minimum standards in child care and residential child care operations. Informing parents and the public about child care, including how specific child care and residential child care operations are complying with minimum standards of care. Giving child care providers technical assistance on meeting CCR minimum standards, rules, and laws. [...] Become a Provider Learn about the application process and requirements for child care operations. [...] Child Care Regulation Background Checks Find information regarding CCR background check requirements. [...] Minimum Standards Child Care Regulation develops rules for child care in Texas.

Source: TX HHSC Child Care LicensingView official code

Full Breakdown

Texas Health and Human Services Commission licenses three categories: Listed Family Home (1-3 kids), Registered Child-Care Home (up to 6 kids plus 6 school-age), and Licensed Child-Care Home (up to 12 kids). Operators must complete 30 hours pre-service training plus 30 hours annual continuing education, CPR/first aid certification, and background checks for all household members 14+. Collin County unincorporated areas have no zoning, so home daycare operates under state law only. Fire marshal inspection required for Licensed Child-Care Homes.

Violations & Fines

Operating without HHSC registration: Class B misdemeanor under TX Human Resources Code 42.041, up to 180 days jail and 2,000 fine. Exceeding capacity or ratio violations can trigger license revocation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a county permit for a home daycare in unincorporated Collin County?
No. Collin County does not zone or license home daycares. You must register or be licensed through Texas HHSC depending on the number of children. Cities like Plano and Frisco impose additional home occupation permits.

Sources & Official References

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