Licensing Agency
Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) or Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)
License: Community Residential Settings (CRS) License; Child Foster Residential Settings (CFRS) License; Housing with Services Establishment Registration (for some group homes); Board & Lodge with Special Services Registration
Key Requirements & Qualifications
7 items- 1
CRS/CFRS licensed by DHS (245A, 245D, 9555, 2960)
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DHS licenses most services, county licenses physical building for CRS/CFRS
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Typically serve 4 or fewer residents for CRS/CFRS
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Assisted Living Facilities (AL) licensed by MDH (144G) can serve as group homes
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Board & Lodge with Special Services registered with MDH (157.17) for up to 6 adults
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Compliance with zoning laws, occupancy limits, noise, parking, property maintenance
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State Fire Marshals & Local Building Inspectors conduct inspections
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://mn.gov/dhs/partners-and-providers/licensing/index.jsp (DHS - CAPTCHA blocked); https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/regulation/slf/index.html (MDH - Supervised Living Facility, related to group homes)
Fees & Costs
Not explicitly found for all types; fees for 245D licenses would be applicable for CRS/CFRS. Board & Lodge with Special Services are registered, not licensed, so fees may differ.
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.