Florida § 166.0445 - Family child care homes; local zoning regulation.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 166.0445 — Family child care homes; local zoning regulation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 166.0445. Family child care homes; local zoning regulation.
The operation of a residence as a family child care home, as defined by law, registered or licensed with the Department of Children and Families shall constitute a valid residential use for purposes of any local zoning regulations, and no such regulation shall require the owner or operator of such family child care home to obtain any special exemption or use permit or waiver, or to pay any special fee in excess of $50, to operate in an area zoned for residential use.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 166.0445
What does Florida Statutes § 166.0445 cover?
Section 166.0445 ("Family child care homes; local zoning regulation.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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