GHNH

New Hampshire

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facilities Administration, Community Residence Certification Unit

License: Community Residence Certification

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Certification and licensing of homes for four or more individuals

  • 2

    Compliance with RSA 151 and related rules (He-P 814, He-M 1001, and He-M 1002)

  • 3

    Inspection and certification of community residences and Community Participation Services sites

  • 4

    Emergency certifications require a true emergency, are valid for 45 days with a possible extension, and require submission of an emergency certification application and current floor plan

  • 5

    Temporary certifications require submission of a complete application, a Life Safety Report approved within the past 90 days, directions to the home, and waiver applications if applicable, valid for 90 days

  • 6

    Compliance with specific laws and rules such as RSA 126-A, RSA 151, He-M 309, 310, 401, 402, 426, 507, 1001, 1002, and He-P 813, 814

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

RSA 151, He-P 814, He-M 1001, He-M 1002, RSA 126-A, He-M 309, 310, 401, 402, 426, 507, He-P 813View 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://www.dhhs.nh.gov/doing-business-dhhs/licensing-certification/health-facilities-administration/community-residence

Fees & Costs

$25 per licensed bed for Residential treatment and rehabilitation facilities

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.