Health inspections are required for all Boulder County licensed child care facilities. We strive to make the inspections less regulatory and more educational. Inspections are based on the criteria found in our Health Inspection Form.
What to Expect at a Health Inspection
A health inspection can take an average of 2 to 5 hours on-site, depending on the type of program, the age of the children, the number of childcare rooms, whether diapering is done, and the extent of the food service provided. Inspections may also require follow-up visits and on-site training.
The fee for programs providing more extensive care is higher due to the time it takes to complete the health inspection.
Childcare Inspection Fees
Service
Description
Type of Facility
Cost
Frequency
Child Care Health Inspection (Programs providing more extensive care)
Comprehensive inspection
Follow up visits
On-site training, if needed
Programs with regular diapering (infant/toddler, special needs requiring diapering)
Programs with extensive food preparation
Full-day preschools
Residential camps
Group homes
Residential treatment facilities
$285
Annually
Child Care Health Inspection (Programs providing less extensive care)
Comprehensive inspection
Follow up visits
On-site training, if needed
Part-day preschools
Day camps
Before and after school programs
Day treatment centers
Kindergarten enrichment programs
$170
Every two years
Plan Review
Review of plan
Construction inspection
Opening inspection
On-site training, if needed
Any new or extensively remodeled programs
Any programs changing ownership
$300 for first four hours
$65/hour for additional hours
At opening, remodel, or change of ownership
General Consultation
Consultation regarding purchasing a facility, new locations, or new facilities
All
$170
As requested
Inspection fees are billed after the inspection.
Plan Review
Boulder County Public Health (BCPH) requires a plan review before building, remodeling, or opening a child care program.
Health inspections are required for all Boulder County licensed child care facilities. The inspection is a comprehensive and educational visit to assess the health and safety of the building and practices of care providers. Inspections may include follow-up visits and on-site training, if needed.
