sober living homes

New section 9-462.14 requires municipalities to establish deviation procedures for zoning restrictions on sober living homes and prohibits reclassifying single-family homes solely for sober living home licensing.

Section 36-2062 establishes minimum licensing standards including policies for medication-assisted treatment, drug testing, good neighbor policies, and emergency medical information availability.

Section 36-2064 allows certified sober living homes to operate without initial on-site inspections if they meet specific criteria and apply for licensure within 90 days.

Section 36-2069 requires fingerprint clearance cards for all paid staff members of sober living homes that receive referrals, with specific exemptions for those seeking good cause exceptions.

Section 36-2061 was reorganized and expanded to clarify definitions of 'sober living home' and 'certifying organization' with specific criteria for what constitutes a sober living residence.

Sections 41-619.51 and 41-1758.01 were updated to include references to the new sober living home statutes in fingerprinting requirements.

Section 36-2063 creates a comprehensive enforcement framework with civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation, annual inspections, and intermediate sanctions for non-compliance.

Section 36-2068 allows the department to pursue enforcement actions against licensees even after a sober living home is sold or transferred.

Section 36-2065 mandates that state agencies and courts refer individuals only to certified or licensed sober living homes for substance abuse treatment.