GHCO

Colorado

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE)

License: Community Residential Home (Group Home for Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities)

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Administrator must be at least 21 years old

  • 2

    Administrator must have a high school diploma or equivalent

  • 3

    Administrator must have at least one year of experience in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities

  • 4

    All staff must complete a criminal background check

  • 5

    Staff must complete orientation and ongoing training

  • 6

    Facility must comply with fire safety and physical plant requirements

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

6 CCR 1011-1 Chapter 08View Official Text

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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 Website

https://cdphe.colorado.gov/community-residential-homes

Fees & Costs

Initial License Application: $3,600.00; Renewal License Application: $360.00 Base Fee + $120.00 Per Bed Fee

Getting Started Checklist

Research state-specific requirements
Contact the licensing agency
Complete required training/education
Pass background checks
Secure appropriate facility/location
Obtain liability insurance
Submit license application
Pass facility inspection

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.