GHUT

Utah

Group Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Licensing

License: Residential Treatment Program License

Key Requirements & Qualifications

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    Local government approval for new services/capacity; Client privacy in bedrooms; Direct supervision for children (1:4 ratio, 1:16 during sleeping hours); Two direct care staff always on duty; Staff background checks; Policies for behavior management and emergency safety interventions; Education curriculum approved by State Board of Education or accreditation; Clinical professional oversight for therapeutic services

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

Utah Administrative Code R501-19; Utah Code Section 26B-2-117View 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://dlbc.utah.gov/home/office-of-licensing/human-services/rules-and-descriptions/

Fees & Costs

Residential Treatment Initial License Fee: $990.00; Residential Treatment Renewal Fee: $660.00; Residential Treatment Per Licensed Capacity: $9.90

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.