Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.06.03 - DAYCARE LICENSING
Section 16.06.03.121 - APPLICATION FOR DAYCARE LICENSE OR RENEWAL

Universal Citation: ID Admin Code 16.06.03.121

Current through September 2, 2024

Any individual applying for licensure as a daycare facility must be at least eighteen (18) years old, apply, and provide information required by the Department under this rule, to include:

01. Completed Licensing Application.

02. Licensing Fee. The applicant must pay the appropriate licensing fee prior to the issuance of a daycare license.

03. Inspection Reports. The following reports must be submitted to the Department with the application that prove the facility or proposed facility meets:

a. Building code under IDAPA 24.39.30, "Rules of Building Safety (Building Code Rules)," where required;

b. Electrical code under IDAPA 24.39.10, "Rules of the Idaho Electrical Board," where required;

c. Fire code under Section 41-253, Idaho Code, where required; and

d. Local planning and zoning requirements. All daycare facilities must comply with applicable city and county ordinances.

04. Proof of Insurance. The applicant must provide proof of current fire and liability insurance coverage for the daycare facility.

05. Background Clearance. Evidence that the applicant and all individuals required to have a background check have received a clearance from the Department.

06. Statement to Comply. As part of the application, the applicant must thoroughly read and review these rules and agree that they are prepared to comply with all provisions. Providers must also certify that they will not harm, shake, or abuse children, and that children in their care will not experience maltreatment under 45 CFR 98.41.

07. Statement Disclosing Revocation or Disciplinary Actions. A written statement that discloses any revocation or other disciplinary action taken or in the process of being taken against the applicant as a daycare provider in any jurisdiction, or a statement from the applicant stating they have never been involved in any such action.

08. Other Information as Requested. The applicant must provide other information that may be requested by the Department for the proper administration and enforcement of these rules.

09. Health and Safety Inspection. The Department will order a health and safety inspection of the daycare facility once the application for licensure is complete and the licensing fee has been paid.

10. Additional Requirements for License Renewal. A daycare license must be renewed every two (2) years. The daycare operator must submit to the Department the renewal application, fee, and all required documentation in this rule at least forty-five (45) days prior to the expiration of the current daycare license.

11. Relicense. When a renewal application has been completed correctly, the existing license will, unless officially revoked, remain in force until the Department has acted on the application for renewal.

Effective July 1, 2024

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