ARF Licensing Requirements Flashcards
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Which of the following is NOT a valid basis for DSS to deny an ARF license application?
Answer: The applicant's religious affiliation
Religious affiliation is not a lawful basis for denying a license; prior revocation, safety failures, and abuse findings are valid grounds for denial.
What happens if an ARF operates without a license?
Answer: The operator is subject to civil and criminal penalties
Operating an ARF without a valid license exposes the operator to both civil fines and criminal prosecution under California law.
Which inspection type can occur WITHOUT advance notice to an ARF?
Answer: Unannounced inspection by a DSS licensing analyst
DSS licensing analysts may conduct unannounced inspections of ARFs at any time to verify regulatory compliance.
An ARF's license specifies a capacity of 6 adults. How many residents may legally reside there?
Answer: No more than 6
An ARF may not exceed the licensed capacity stated on its license — in this case, a maximum of 6 residents.
Which of the following is required as part of an ARF's initial license application?
Answer: Fire clearance from the local fire authority
A fire clearance from the local fire authority is a mandatory component of the ARF initial license application.
An ARF license is issued to:
Answer: A specific individual or entity for a specific location
ARF licenses are issued to a named individual or legal entity and are specific to a single physical location.