GHMD

Maryland

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Maryland Department of Health

License: Community Mental Health Programs — Group Homes for Adults with Mental Illness License

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    A person shall obtain a license from the Department before operating a group home.

  • 2

    Application for Licensure. An applicant for licensure for a group home shall:

  • 3

    Conduct an on-site review to inspect the physical plant and evaluate the proposed group home; and

  • 4

    In addition, for a large group home, a health inspection report;

  • 5

    Conduct an on-site review to inspect the physical plant and evaluate the proposed group home; and

  • 6

    Shall conduct an on-site evaluation of the group home; and

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

COMAR 10.21.04View 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.

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https://regs.maryland.gov/us/md/exec/comar/10.21.04

Fees & Costs

No specific licensing or application fees are explicitly stated in COMAR 10.21.04 or 10.21.25. Financial requirements relate to sufficient resources for operation and potential Medicaid reimbursement.

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.