GHGA

Georgia

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Georgia Department of Human Resources, Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Addictive Diseases (now Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities)

License: Community Living Arrangement License

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Serves exclusively two or more adult persons who are receiving services authorized or financed by the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Addictive Diseases

  • 2

    Administrator responsible for overall operations

  • 3

    Criminal history background checks for owners and staff

  • 4

    Individual service plan for each resident

  • 5

    Sufficient staff on duty for safe supervision

  • 6

    Compliance with physical plant health and safety standards

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 290-9-37View 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://rules.sos.ga.gov/gac/290-9-37

Fees & Costs

Not specified in the provided regulations.

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.