CHAPTER 6
CHILDCARE FACILITIES

SECTION:

3-6-1: Legal Authority

3-6-2: Purpose

3-6-3: Scope

3-6-4: General Licensing Provisions Applicable

3-6-5: Definitions

3-6-6: Types Of Licenses; Licenses Required; Standards And Requirements For License Application And Renewal; Fees; License Remains Valid During Renewal

3-6-7: Childcare Facility License Application And Renewal Requirements; Expiration

3-6-8: Childcare Worker License Application And Renewal Requirements; Expiration; Temporary License Status

3-6-9: Juvenile Childcare Worker And Volunteer License Application And Renewal Requirements; Limitations; Expiration

3-6-10: Childcare Facility And Worker License Exemptions; Criminal Background Checks Required; Licensing Opt-In

3-6-11: Investigation And Inspection Upon Application For Licensing

3-6-12: Requirements For Issuance And Maintenance Of Licenses

3-6-13: Recordkeeping Requirements

3-6-14: Transportation Safety

3-6-15: Health And Sanitation Standards

3-6-16: Safety Standards

3-6-17: Healthy Initiatives

3-6-18: Training Standards For Directors And Workers

3-6-19: Standards Applicable To Childcare Facilities Operation And Childcare Workers

3-6-20: Right To Inspect

3-6-21: Visitation

3-6-22: License Denial, Revocation, Suspension And Review

3-6-23: Enforcement

3-6-24: Penalty

3-6-1: LEGAL AUTHORITY:

Idaho Code sections 50-301 and 50-307 authorize the City to adopt and enforce ordinances, rules and regulations governing standards and procedures for licensing persons who engage in or operate a trade or business within the City. Idaho Code section 39-1108 specifically authorizes cities and counties to adopt and enforce ordinances, rules and regulations governing the standards and procedures for licensing daycare services within their boundaries. Under 42 USC section 9858f, the City is required to check certain records for childcare workers and facilities. (2019 Code)

3-6-2: PURPOSE:

The purpose of City's Childcare Licensing Program is to promote a childcare environment where children receive safe, healthy and developmentally appropriate care. (2019 Code)