(A) A home based child care facility that was legally registered or licensed and permitted, as appropriate, on the date of passage of this chapter may continue to operate in that classification, in compliance with the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services regulations and standards, by the current care giver at the current address. If the current home based childcare provider ceases to operate the facility for a period of 90 days (or longer) it is deemed an abandoned use, any reestablished facility must be in full compliance with this chapter.
(B) Currently registered and licensed child care facilities that do not possess a Certificate of Occupancy, shall have 30 days from the effective date of this chapter to make application for such certificates in order to qualify for protection under these preexisting provisions.
(Ord. 2001-36, passed 11-13-01)