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Starting a Child Care Business in Santa Monica
Anyone who takes care of non-relative children for
more than one family must have a license issued by
the Community Care Licensing Division of the
California Department of Social Services. In
addition to licensing, there are many business
considerations to keep in mind as you plan to open a
child care business. The City has developed
guides to assist you.
Child Care Centers
Please
refer to the
City of Santa Monica Child Care
Planning Guide to learn how to open a child care
center. The guide covers the following topics:
Developing a business plan
State licensing
City Planning
Building and Safety
Obtaining a fire clearance
Construction permit & approval
process
Boards, Commissions, and Advisory
groups
Obtaining a City business license
Obtaining insurance
Frequently Asked Questions &
responses
and more...
Family Child Care Homes
Please refer to the
Small and Large Family Care
Planning Guide to learn how to get started.
The guide covers the following topics:
Developing a business plan
State licensing
City permitting process
Building and Safety inspection
approval
Obtaining a business license
Obtaining a fire clearance
Do I need insurance?
Development process
Santa Monica zoning districts
Frequently Asked Questions &
responses
and more...
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