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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 2Ch. 3Art. 3§ 1531 License And Permit Standards

§ 1531 License And Permit Standards

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 1531 License And Permit Standards

Key Takeaways

  • •Places that need a license must follow safety and cleanliness rules.
  • •Special permits require good quality services and trained staff to help people based on their needs.
  • •The rules can change to allow new and creative community programs.

Example

A daycare center wants to open.

The daycare must follow safety and cleanliness rules to get a license. If they want to offer special services, like helping kids with disabilities, they need trained staff and a special permit.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1531 License And Permit Standards

The regulations for a license shall prescribe standards of safety and sanitation for the physical plant and standards for basic personal care, supervision, and services based upon the category of licensure. The regulations for a special permit shall prescribe standards for the quality of specialized services, including, but not limited to, staffing with duly qualified personnel which take into account the age, physical and mental capabilities, and the needs of the persons to be served. The state department’s regulations shall allow for the development of new and innovative community programs. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1203.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

regulationlicensesafetyqualitycommunitysanitationdevelopment

Related Statutes

  • § 1569.31 Elderly Care Facility Standards
  • § 1530 Community Care Facility Licensing
  • § 1530.1 Adult Day Program Licensing
  • § 1530.9 Community Treatment Facility Licensing
  • § 1531.18 Licensure Fire Clearance Requirement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 1531.
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