variance from Rule 65C-46.004(3)(f), Florida Administrative Code, from Connell Spain on behalf of the S.T.A.R. House. Rule 65C-46.004(3)(f) requires, in pertinent part, bedrooms to have 50 square feet for the initial occupant ....

 

DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Family Safety and Preservation Program

RULE NO.:RULE TITLE:

65C-46.004Buildings, Grounds, Equipment and Interior Accommodations

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on February 15, 2024, the Department of Children and Families, received a petition for variance from paragraph 65C-46.004(3)(f), Florida Administrative Code, from Connell Spain on behalf of the S.T.A.R. House. Paragraph 65C-46.004(3)(f) requires, in pertinent part, bedrooms to have 50 square feet for the initial occupant and an additional 50 square feet for each additional occupant, and a ceiling height of at least 7 feet, 6 inches. Programs established prior to July 1, 1987, may utilize dormitory style bedrooms, but new construction or facilities applying for initial licensure must comply with the size and occupancy requirements.

A copy of the Petition for Variance or Waiver may be obtained by contacting: Agency Clerk, Department of Children and Families, 2415 North Monroe Street, Suite 400, Tallahassee, FL 32303 or [e-mail].