A Florida Adult Family Care Home (AFCH) license is the state credential that lets you house, feed, and provide personal care for up to five disabled adults or frail elders inside a private home, and it is issued by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration under Chapter 429, Part II, Florida Statutes. The current application is AHCA Form 3110-1006, revised July 2024, and it is filed through the AHCA Online Licensing Portal or by mail to the Long-Term Care Services Unit in Tallahassee.
Filing the wrong version, missing a Level 2 background screening, or skipping Proof of Financial Ability to Operate are the three fastest ways to get the file marked omissions and stalled for months. According to AHCA’s published licensure data, roughly 38% of initial AFCH applications are returned for omissions on the first review, which adds 30–90 days to the timeline and can force you to pay another inspection fee.
- 🏠 How to read every box on AHCA Form 3110-1006 in plain English
- 📋 Which attachments, screenings, and inspections you must collect first
- 💵 The exact biennial fee, late penalties, and renewal window under Florida law
- 👩⚕️ Three full scenarios: an RN opening a 5-bed home, a daughter licensing her mother’s home, and a CHOW buyer
- ❓ 14 FAQs answering the field-level questions the AHCA help line gets every week
What the Adult Family Care Home License Is and Who Must File It
An Adult Family Care Home is a full-time, family-style residence where the licensee or a Resident Care Provider lives on site and cares for up to five residents who are not relatives, as defined in Section 429.65, Florida Statutes. The license is issued for a two-year term by AHCA’s Long-Term Care Services Unit, and the home itself must comply with Rule 59A-36, Florida Administrative Code (the rule that replaced the older 58A-14).
Anyone who advertises, operates, or accepts payment for housing and personal services for three or more unrelated adults must hold an AFCH license, even if the home calls itself a “boarding home” or “shared housing.” Operating without a license is a third-degree felony under Section 429.85, Fla. Stat., and AHCA can also impose a $500-per-day civil penalty.
Three filer types use this same form. Initial applicants are licensing a home for the first time. Renewal applicants are extending an existing license that expires within 60–120 days. Change of Ownership (CHOW) applicants are buying or inheriting an already-licensed home and must file at least 60 days before the transfer date.
The form also doubles as the trigger for a fire-safety inspection by the local fire marshal, a sanitation inspection by the Florida Department of Health county health department, and a survey visit by an AHCA field office surveyor. None of those inspections begin until your application is found complete on initial review.
Before You Start: Documents and Information You Need
Gather every document below before you open the form, because AHCA’s portal times out, and missing items become “omissions” that restart your review clock under Section 408.806(3), Fla. Stat.. The Long-Term Care Services Unit will not hold an incomplete file open while you hunt for paperwork.
- Proof of Financial Ability to Operate (AHCA Form 3100-0009) showing 12 months of projected revenue and expenses, signed by a Florida CPA for initial filings, because Section 408.810(8) requires it and missing it triggers an automatic denial.
- Level 2 background screening results for the owner, administrator, Resident Care Provider, and every staff member, processed through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse under Chapter 435, Fla. Stat.; a missing screening blocks all resident admissions.
- Fire-safety inspection report issued within the last 12 months by the local fire marshal under NFPA 101, because the home’s egress, smoke alarms, and sprinklers must pass before a license issues.
- Sanitation inspection report from the county health department covering food storage, water, and septic, since AFCHs serving meals must meet Chapter 64E-12, F.A.C. standards.
- Zoning approval letter from your city or county planning office confirming the property is allowed to operate as an AFCH; some jurisdictions classify AFCHs as residential, and others demand a special-use permit.
- Core Training certificate for the administrator and Resident Care Provider, completed through a DOEA-approved Core Training provider, plus current CPR, First Aid, HIV/AIDS, and Alzheimer’s training certificates.
- Liability insurance declarations page showing general and professional liability coverage on the home.
- Floor plan and bedroom diagram showing room sizes, window egress, and the live-in caregiver’s bedroom, since each resident bedroom must meet 80 square feet for single occupancy and 130 square feet for double under Rule 59A-36.
- Articles of Incorporation or fictitious-name registration from Sunbiz if you operate under a business name.
- Personal identification (driver’s license or state ID) and Social Security numbers for every controlling interest holder listed on the form.
Where to Get the Form and How to Access It
The official, fillable PDF of AHCA Form 3110-1006 lives on the AHCA Adult Family Care Home program page, and it is also embedded inside the AHCA Online Licensing Portal once you create a single sign-on account. Always download a fresh copy the day you start filling it out, because AHCA quietly republishes the form whenever a statute changes.
The portal is the preferred channel because it pre-populates owner data from the Clearinghouse, attaches your screenings automatically, and time-stamps your filing. Mail filings still work for filers without reliable internet, and the mailing address is Agency for Health Care Administration, Long-Term Care Services Unit, 2727 Mahan Drive, Mail Stop 33, Tallahassee, FL 32308.
You can also pick up a printed packet at any of the 11 AHCA Field Offices (Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa, Fort Myers, Miami, etc.), which is helpful for filers who want to ask a surveyor a quick question before submitting. Field offices do not accept the application itself; they only hand out the packet.
The form has a printed revision date in the lower-left corner. Confirm that revision date matches the most recent posted version before you submit, because AHCA rejects superseded versions on sight under its licensure procedures manual.
Step-by-Step: How to Fill Out AHCA Form 3110-1006 Line by Line
The form is organized into seven sections plus signature blocks, and each section maps to a specific statutory requirement. Work through them in order, save often inside the portal, and treat every blank line as a potential omission.
Section 1, Box 1 — Type of Application
This box asks whether you are filing an Initial, Renewal, Change of Ownership, or Change During Licensure Period application. Check exactly one box; checking two voids the filing.
How to answer it: tick the single box that matches your situation, and if you are unsure between Initial and CHOW, call the Long-Term Care Services Unit at 850-412-4304 before submitting. Maria Lopez, opening a brand-new home in Hialeah, checks Initial.
A common nuance is the Change During Licensure Period box, which is reserved for mid-cycle changes like adding a bedroom or swapping administrators; it is not a renewal substitute. The most frequent mistake is checking Renewal when the home has been closed more than 60 days, which actually requires a new Initial application and a new fee. The misconception filers carry is that Renewal covers a CHOW, but a buyer must always file Change of Ownership, even if the seller’s license is current.
Section 1, Box 2 — Effective Date Requested
This field asks when you want the license to start. AHCA cannot grant an effective date earlier than the day all inspections clear, so write a realistic date 60–90 days from filing.
Format the date as MM/DD/YYYY with no dashes or spaces. Carlos Rivera, a CHOW buyer closing on July 15, writes 07/15/2026.
The nuance is that CHOWs must list the closing date itself, not the application date, because the license transfers on the closing. The classic mistake is leaving the field blank, which forces AHCA to assign a default date that may not match your insurance binder. The misconception is that the requested date is guaranteed; it is only a target, and the actual date depends on inspection results.
Section 1, Box 3 — License Number
If you are filing an Initial application, leave this blank or write N/A. Renewal and CHOW filers must enter the existing AHCA license number exactly as printed on the wall certificate.
The license number is a 4- to 6-digit numeral with no letters. Janet Brooks, renewing her Sarasota home, writes 12489.
A nuance is that CHOW buyers should write the seller’s number, not a future number. The most common mistake is transposing two digits, which routes the file to the wrong electronic record and stalls everything. The misconception is that the number changes after a CHOW; it stays with the home unless AHCA reissues for cause.
Section 2, Box 4 — Legal Name of Applicant
This is the legal entity that will hold the license. For a sole owner it is your full legal name; for an LLC or corporation it is the exact name on Sunbiz.
Spell every word the way it appears on your driver’s license or Sunbiz registration, in upper and lower case. Maria Lopez writes Maria E. Lopez; her LLC filer would write Lopez Family Care Home, LLC.
The nuance is that married filers should use the name on their Social Security card, not a former name. The biggest mistake is mixing the doing-business-as name into Box 4, which causes a Clearinghouse mismatch on every screening. The misconception is that nicknames or middle initials are interchangeable; AHCA cross-checks names character-by-character.
Section 2, Box 5 — Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) or SSN
Sole proprietors enter a Social Security number; entities enter a FEIN issued by the IRS EIN application.
Write the nine digits with no dashes inside the boxes. Lopez Family Care Home, LLC writes 874512369.
The nuance is that single-member LLCs may use either the SSN or FEIN, but consistency with the IRS Form SS-4 letter avoids tax-record mismatches. The mistake is using a spouse’s SSN when only one spouse owns the entity, which triggers an identity audit. The misconception is that the FEIN can be applied for after filing; AHCA will not process the form without it.
Section 2, Box 6 — Mailing Address
This is where AHCA sends correspondence, including the license certificate. It does not have to match the home’s physical address.
Use a full street address or P.O. Box, city, state, and ZIP+4. Janet Brooks writes P.O. Box 4412, Sarasota, FL 34230-4412.
The nuance is that a P.O. Box is allowed for mailing but never for the physical home address. The mistake is using the home’s address when the licensee lives elsewhere, which routes inspection notices to residents. The misconception is that email replaces mail; AHCA still mails the wall certificate.
Section 2, Box 7 — Physical Address of the Home
This is the actual street address where care will be provided, and it must match the address on the fire and sanitation inspections.
Write the address exactly as the U.S. Postal Service formats it, including any unit or apartment designation. Carlos Rivera writes 2840 NW 17th St, Cape Coral, FL 33993.
The nuance is rural addresses; if your home only has a 911 grid address, write the grid address and attach a property appraiser printout. The mistake is listing a future address before closing on the property, which voids the inspections. The misconception is that mobile homes are excluded; they qualify if zoning allows and the home meets Rule 59A-36 fire standards.
Section 3, Box 8 — Administrator Information
The administrator runs the day-to-day operation and must complete Core Training under Section 429.73, Fla. Stat..
Provide the administrator’s full legal name, date of birth, address, phone, email, and Core Training certificate number. Aisha Thompson enters Aisha M. Thompson, 04/22/1982, certificate #CT-2025-44781.
The nuance is that the administrator may also be the Resident Care Provider in a home with five or fewer residents, but both roles must still be listed. The mistake is naming an administrator who has not yet completed Core Training; the file will be returned. The misconception is that a nursing license substitutes for Core Training; it does not, although it does waive certain modules.
Section 3, Box 9 — Resident Care Provider
The Resident Care Provider is the live-in caregiver who is physically present and on call 24 hours a day, as required by Rule 59A-36.010, F.A.C.
List the provider’s name, date of birth, relationship to the licensee, and screening confirmation number. Maria Lopez lists herself, 09/03/1979, Owner/Operator, screening #CL-99812345.
The nuance is that the provider must sleep in the home; spending nights elsewhere violates the rule and risks license revocation. The mistake is naming a relative who has not been screened, which AHCA catches by Clearinghouse query. The misconception is that staff can rotate through the role; the Resident Care Provider must be a single named person.
Section 4, Box 10 — Number of Beds Requested
State the maximum number of resident beds, which cannot exceed five under Section 429.65(1)(a), Fla. Stat..
Write a number between 1 and 5. Carlos Rivera writes 5.
The nuance is that requesting fewer beds than the home can accommodate is a legitimate strategy for new operators who want a smaller starting workload. The mistake is requesting six or more, which automatically converts the file to an Assisted Living Facility application under a different statute. The misconception is that you can add a bed mid-cycle without filing a Change During Licensure Period form; you cannot.
Section 5, Box 11 — Controlling Interests
This box lists every person or entity owning 5% or more of the licensee, plus all officers, directors, and the administrator, per Section 408.803(7), Fla. Stat..
Provide name, title, percent ownership, date of birth, and SSN for each. Lopez Family Care Home, LLC lists Maria E. Lopez, Managing Member, 100%, 09/03/1979.
The nuance is that trusts and silent investors must still be disclosed even if they take no active role. The mistake is omitting a spouse who holds community-property interest, which AHCA flags through cross-references. The misconception is that minority owners under 5% can be hidden; if they are officers or directors, they must be listed regardless of ownership.
Section 6, Box 12 — Affidavit of Compliance with Background Screening
This affirms every controlling interest, the administrator, the Resident Care Provider, and all staff have cleared Level 2 screening through the Clearinghouse.
Sign and date the affidavit, and attach the Clearinghouse roster printout. Aisha Thompson signs Aisha M. Thompson, 06/12/2026.
The nuance is that screenings older than five years must be re-run, even if the person has worked continuously, unless they are continuously enrolled in the Clearinghouse. The mistake is signing before everyone clears, because a single disqualifying offense voids the affidavit and exposes the signer to a perjury charge under Section 837.06. The misconception is that fingerprints alone are enough; the Clearinghouse must show “Eligible” status next to every name.
Section 6, Box 13 — Proof of Financial Ability to Operate
This box confirms attachment of AHCA Form 3100-0009, which projects a 12-month operating budget.
Attach the completed form and, for initial applications, a CPA-signed schedule of startup costs. Carlos Rivera attaches a budget showing $184,200 projected revenue and $162,000 projected expenses.
The nuance is that renewals only need an attestation, not a CPA signature. The mistake is using template numbers from another home, because AHCA’s financial reviewer compares to county wage data and rejects unrealistic figures. The misconception is that personal savings count as working capital without documentation; bank statements or letters of credit are required.
Section 7, Box 14 — Application Fee
The biennial license fee is set by Section 429.67(4), Fla. Stat., and the current AFCH fee is $300 plus $50 per bed, with a $30 Health Care Trust Fund surcharge.
Enter the calculated total and attach a check, money order, or portal payment confirmation. Maria Lopez enters $580 (300 + 5 × 50 + 30) and pays through the portal.
The nuance is that CHOW filers pay a full new fee even if the seller’s license has time remaining. The mistake is underpaying by forgetting the surcharge, which sends the file back as incomplete. The misconception is that the fee is refundable; once the file enters review, the fee is non-refundable under Rule 59A-35.040, F.A.C.
Signature Block — Affirmation Under Penalty of Perjury
The licensee or authorized agent signs under Section 837.06, Fla. Stat., affirming every answer is true.
Sign in blue or black ink (or use the portal’s e-signature), print the name below, and date with MM/DD/YYYY. Janet Brooks signs Janet R. Brooks, 06/15/2026.
The nuance is that an attorney-in-fact must attach the power of attorney document. The mistake is signing for a co-owner without authorization, which is a first-degree misdemeanor. The misconception is that an electronic signature is legally weaker; the portal’s e-signature is statutorily equivalent to ink.
Three Filled-Out Examples Using Real Scenarios
Each scenario below follows one named filer through the full form so you can see how the same boxes look for very different lives. The tables show only the most decision-critical entries.
Scenario 1: Maria Lopez, RN, Opening a New 5-Bed Home in Hialeah
| Form Section | What Maria Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Type of Application | Initial |
| Box 2 — Effective Date | 09/01/2026 |
| Box 4 — Legal Name of Applicant | Lopez Family Care Home, LLC |
| Box 5 — FEIN | 874512369 |
| Box 7 — Physical Address | 1340 W 49th St, Hialeah, FL 33012 |
| Box 8 — Administrator | Maria E. Lopez, RN, Core Training #CT-2025-90118 |
| Box 9 — Resident Care Provider | Maria E. Lopez, lives on site |
| Box 10 — Beds Requested | 5 |
| Box 11 — Controlling Interest | Maria E. Lopez, Managing Member, 100% |
| Box 14 — Fee Paid | $580 portal payment, confirmation #AHCA-26-44120 |
Scenario 2: Aisha Thompson, Daughter Licensing Her Mother’s Home in Orlando
| Form Section | What Aisha Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Type of Application | Initial |
| Box 2 — Effective Date | 10/15/2026 |
| Box 4 — Legal Name of Applicant | Aisha M. Thompson |
| Box 5 — SSN | XXX-XX-4421 |
| Box 7 — Physical Address | 812 Lake Sybelia Dr, Maitland, FL 32751 |
| Box 8 — Administrator | Aisha M. Thompson, Core Training #CT-2025-44781 |
| Box 9 — Resident Care Provider | Aisha M. Thompson, daughter of resident |
| Box 10 — Beds Requested | 3 |
| Box 13 — Financial Ability | Form 3100-0009 attached, 12-month budget $96,000 |
| Box 14 — Fee Paid | $480 personal check #2014 |
Scenario 3: Carlos Rivera, CHOW Buyer Taking Over a Cape Coral Home
| Form Section | What Carlos Enters |
|---|---|
| Box 1 — Type of Application | Change of Ownership |
| Box 2 — Effective Date | 07/15/2026 |
| Box 3 — Existing License Number | 13042 |
| Box 4 — Legal Name of Applicant | Rivera Senior Living, Inc. |
| Box 7 — Physical Address | 2840 NW 17th St, Cape Coral, FL 33993 |
| Box 8 — Administrator | Beatriz Rivera, Core Training #CT-2024-77013 |
| Box 10 — Beds Requested | 5 |
| Box 11 — Controlling Interest | Carlos Rivera, President, 70%; Beatriz Rivera, VP, 30% |
| Box 13 — Financial Ability | Form 3100-0009 attached, CPA-signed |
| Box 14 — Fee Paid | $580 cashier’s check, mailed |
How to File the Completed Form
You may file through the AHCA Online Licensing Portal, by mail, or by hand delivery to the Tallahassee headquarters, and each channel has its own paperwork rhythm.
The online portal is the fastest route. Create a single sign-on account, upload every attachment as a separate PDF (no zipped folders), pay the fee by ACH or credit card, and download the time-stamped confirmation. Processing takes 60–90 days from the complete-application date, and the portal emails every status change.
Mail filing goes to Agency for Health Care Administration, Long-Term Care Services Unit, 2727 Mahan Drive, Mail Stop 33, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Pay by check or money order made out to Agency for Health Care Administration, and use a trackable carrier such as USPS Certified Mail or FedEx so you keep proof of delivery. Processing runs 90–120 days because the file must be scanned in.
Hand delivery is accepted at the Tallahassee headquarters Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The clerk stamps your copy on the spot, which is your proof of filing. The fee is the same, and the processing clock starts the day the file is logged.
Fax filing is not accepted for AFCH applications, although AHCA may accept faxed corrections during omissions review at 850-922-4351. Keep every receipt, every Clearinghouse roster, and the inspection reports for at least the full two-year licensure period plus three years afterward, because Section 429.67(3), Fla. Stat. gives AHCA the right to audit closed files.
What Happens After You File
AHCA logs the file, assigns it to a licensure specialist, and within 30 days issues either an Acknowledgement of Complete Application or an Omissions Letter listing every missing item. You then have 21 days to cure omissions under Section 408.806(3)(b), Fla. Stat. before the file is closed and the fee is forfeited.
Once the file is complete, AHCA schedules a survey visit by a regional surveyor who walks the home, reviews resident files (for renewals), interviews staff, and confirms fire and sanitation reports. The surveyor issues a Form 3020 statement of deficiencies if anything fails, and you submit a Plan of Correction within 10 calendar days.
If everything clears, AHCA issues the wall certificate by mail with the licensure number, effective date, and expiration date. The license must be posted in a conspicuous place inside the home, usually near the front door, where residents and family members can read it.
If AHCA denies the application, you have 21 days to request an administrative hearing under Chapter 120, Fla. Stat., and most denials trace back to background-screening disqualifications or financial-ability deficiencies.
Mistakes to Avoid When Filling Out the Form
- Filing on an outdated form revision. AHCA rejects superseded versions on sight, costing you the full review cycle.
- Mismatching the applicant name to Sunbiz. The Clearinghouse cannot match screenings, and the file is returned for omissions.
- Leaving Box 5 blank for an LLC. Without a FEIN, AHCA cannot issue a license to an entity.
- Listing a P.O. Box as the physical home address. Inspections cannot be scheduled, and the file dies.
- Requesting six or more beds. The file is automatically converted to an ALF application under a different statute and fee schedule.
- Forgetting the $30 Health Care Trust Fund surcharge. A short check is treated as no payment.
- Naming a Resident Care Provider who does not live in the home. Rule 59A-36 violation that voids the application.
- Submitting expired Core Training certificates. Training older than the renewal cycle no longer qualifies.
- Skipping the zoning approval letter. Local zoning denial blocks issuance regardless of state approval.
- Signing the affidavit before all screenings clear. Creates a perjury exposure under Section 837.06.
- Forgetting to attach the floor plan. AHCA cannot verify bedroom sizes against Rule 59A-36 minimums.
- Underprojecting expenses on Form 3100-0009. The financial reviewer rejects budgets below county-average operating costs.
Do’s and Don’ts
- Do download the form fresh on filing day, because AHCA quietly republishes versions whenever a statute changes.
- Do run every Clearinghouse screening 30 days before filing, since results can take two weeks and disqualifications need appeal time.
- Do call your local fire marshal early, because rural counties sometimes book inspections 6–8 weeks out.
- Do keep a single PDF binder of every attachment, so the omissions letter can be answered the same day.
- Do reconcile the applicant name on Sunbiz, the IRS letter, and Box 4 character-by-character to avoid Clearinghouse mismatches.
- Do post the license certificate in the home immediately, since unposted licenses draw a deficiency on the next survey.
- Don’t sign the perjury affidavit before every controlling interest clears screening, because the signer carries personal criminal exposure.
- Don’t mail original documents you cannot replace, since AHCA does not return attachments.
- Don’t assume zoning is automatic in residential neighborhoods, because some cities require a special-use permit even for three residents.
- Don’t let the Resident Care Provider sleep off-site, since a single overnight absence can support a license-revocation action.
- Don’t mix personal and home finances in one bank account, because the financial reviewer cannot trace working capital.
- Don’t ignore the 60-day renewal window, since filing late triggers a 50% late fee under Section 408.806(2).
Pros and Cons of Filing on Your Own vs. With a Licensure Consultant
- Pro of filing pro se: You save $1,500–$4,000 in consultant fees, which can be redirected into the home’s startup budget.
- Pro of filing pro se: You learn the regulations firsthand, which makes the next survey much smoother because you wrote the policies yourself.
- Pro of filing pro se: You control the timeline directly, instead of waiting on a consultant’s queue.
- Pro of filing pro se: You build a direct relationship with the AHCA licensure specialist assigned to your file.
- Pro of filing pro se: You can answer omissions letters faster because the documents are already on your desk.
- Con of filing pro se: A single missed attachment can cost you 30–90 days, which often outweighs the consultant fee savings.
- Con of filing pro se: Financial Ability projections are easy to underbuild without a CPA, and rejection on Box 13 is the most common denial reason.
- Con of filing pro se: You must learn Rule 59A-36, Chapter 408 Part II, and Chapter 429 Part II, which is a steep learning curve.
- Con of filing pro se: Background screening logistics for multiple staff members can overwhelm a first-time filer.
- Con of filing pro se: You take on the perjury affidavit personally, instead of having a consultant verify the file first.
Filing by Portal vs. by Mail
| Filing Channel | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Online portal | 60–90 day review, instant timestamp, ACH or card payment, automatic email status updates |
| Mail filing | 90–120 day review, paper check or money order, no real-time status, requires Certified Mail proof |
FAQs
Is the AFCH license the same as an Assisted Living Facility license?
No. An AFCH is a private home with up to five residents under Chapter 429 Part II, while an ALF is a larger facility under Chapter 429 Part I with separate rules and fees.
Do I write my maiden name or married name in Box 4?
Yes — write the exact name on your Social Security card, because AHCA cross-checks Box 4 against the Clearinghouse character-by-character.
Can a P.O. Box go in Box 7?
No. Box 7 must be the physical home address where care happens; the P.O. Box only belongs in Box 6 for mailing.
Do I need a CPA for Form 3100-0009?
Yes for Initial and Change of Ownership filings under Section 408.810(8); renewals only need an owner attestation.
Can the administrator and Resident Care Provider be the same person?
Yes, under Rule 59A-36.010, F.A.C., the same person may hold both roles in a five-bed-or-fewer home as long as Core Training is current.
How much is the biennial license fee?
Yes, plan on $300 plus $50 per bed plus a $30 Health Care Trust Fund surcharge under Section 429.67(4), Fla. Stat., totaling $580 for a five-bed home.
Do all employees need Level 2 screening?
Yes. Every owner, administrator, Resident Care Provider, and direct-care staff member must show “Eligible” status in the Clearinghouse before residents move in.
Can I file by fax?
No. Fax is only accepted for omissions corrections, not for the original application.
What goes in Box 3 for an Initial application?
No existing license exists, so write N/A or leave the field blank rather than inventing a number.
How long does AHCA take to issue the license?
Yes, expect 60–90 days through the portal and 90–120 days by mail, assuming no omissions and a passing survey.
Can I add a sixth bed during the licensure period?
No. The AFCH cap is five beds; a sixth bed converts the home into an Assisted Living Facility under different rules.
What if my Core Training certificate is from another state?
No, out-of-state Core Training does not transfer; you must complete a DOEA-approved Florida Core Training course.
Do I write the closing date or filing date in Box 2 for a CHOW?
Yes — write the closing date, because the license transfers on closing, not on filing.
What happens if I miss the 60-day renewal deadline?
Yes, you owe a 50% late fee under Section 408.806(2), Fla. Stat., and operating beyond the expiration date is unlicensed activity exposing you to felony charges.
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