Licensing Agency
Arizona Department of Economic Security (for developmental disabilities group homes); Arizona Department of Health Services (for other group homes)
License: Group Home (for developmental disabilities); Behavioral Health Residential Facility (for behavioral health group homes)
Key Requirements & Qualifications
5 items- 1
Community residential setting for not more than six persons with developmental disabilities
- 2
Operated by a service provider under contract with DES
- 3
Provides room and board and daily habilitation and other assessed medically necessary services
- 4
Compliance with all federal, state, and local laws
- 5
Annual inspections by DHS
Governing Law & Regulatory Code
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Official State Resource
Visit the official state government website to access current application forms, full regulatory text, and contact information for the licensing agency.
Open Official Websitehttps://des.az.gov/services/disabilities/developmental-disabilities/certification-licensing/developmental-home-licensing
Fees & Costs
Not explicitly stated for all group homes; $50 application fee for health care institutions (ADHS); fees for DDD group homes are part of the Qualified Vendor Agreement.
Getting Started Checklist
Important Notice
Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the state licensing agency before submitting applications. This information is for educational purposes only.