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Boarding Care Home Licensure
As of August 1, 2022, providers holding a valid license from a health-related licensing board (HLB) who has also undergone a background check under Minn. Statutes 214.075, shall not have a background study completed by the commissioner of human services (a NETStudy 2.0 background study).
MDH has created a document to address questions from providers and organizations about these changes, which you can find here: Background Studies for HLB-Licensed Providers FAQ (PDF)
This page contains information and forms required to operate as a certified boarding care home in Minnesota. Minnesota currently has a moratorium law (MN Statute 144A.071) restricting the establishment of new certified Boarding Care Homes or the licensure of additional certified boarding care home beds unless Minnesota legislation passes an exception to moratorium law.
License Renewal
Providers are required to renew their Boarding Care Home license each year. A license may be renewed for up to one year if the licensee:
- submits an application for renewal at least 30 days before the expiration of the license,
- pays the renewal fee, and
- provides information sufficient to show that the applicant meets the requirements of licensure.
If you are unsure this is the correct license for your business or have questions, please contact the Licensing and Certification Program at 651-201-4200 or email health.hrd-fedlcr@state.mn.us to obtain additional clarification.
Required Forms and Documents
Please read and understand all applicable documents, statutes and rules list below before making application for this license.
- License Application (PDF)
- Transfer Agreement - 7 County Metro (PDF)
- Transfer Agreement - Non Metro Counties (PDF)
- MinnesotaCare Tax
Related Statutes and Rules
| Minnesota Statutes | | 144.50 | 144.51 | 144.52 | 144.53 | 144.54 | 144.55 | 144.56 | 144.58 | 144.572 | 144.573 | 144.651 | 144.652 | | 626.557 | 626.558 | Fees | |
| Minnesota Rules | | 4655 | |
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