Coronavirus (COVID-19) Alert
Child care centers must follow strict safety guidelines including:
- Social distancing
- Staff and children must wear face coverings except when eating, drinking, showering, swimming, or sleeping.
- Daily health screenings
- Frequent cleanings and disinfection
The Department of Health will inspect programs to verify compliance.
Get health and safety guidelines for child care centers.
Child Care Center Licensing
- You must apply or renew online; in-person submission is not available and applications submitted by mail will not be processed.
- Online applications will be reviewed and processed if complete.
The City provides information about opening and operating a day care center.
You can get the following information:
- How to apply for a child care license or permit
- Information about renewing a permit
- Status of a permit application or renewal
- Technical assistance in using the online permit system, including obtaining a PIN
Online
Learn about opening and operating a child care program.
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