THFL

Florida

Transitional Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA)

License: Transitional Living Facility license

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Accreditation within 12 months of initial license

  • 2

    Proof of liability insurance (s. 624.605(1)(b))

  • 3

    Compliance with local zoning requirements (including chapter 419 if a community residential home)

  • 4

    Satisfactory fire safety inspection

  • 5

    Satisfactory sanitation inspection by the county health department

  • 6

    Personnel background screening (400.998)

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

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://ahca.myflorida.com/health-quality-assurance/bureau-of-health-facility-regulation/long-term-care-services-unit/transitional-living-facilities

Fees & Costs

$4,588 license fee and a $90 per-bed fee per biennium

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.