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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".01" citation="COMAR 13A.18.05.01" title_num="13A" subtitle_num="18" chapter_num="05" heading="Suitability of the Home.">
  <text>The child care home shall:</text>
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Comply with all applicable State and local codes, including but not limited to zoning, building, plumbing, gas, electrical, sewage disposal, drinking water, environmental, health, and fire codes;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Be in good repair;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="C.">
    <text>Be free of health or safety hazards, including infestation by insects and rodents;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="D.">
    <text>Have operable and safe utility services for lighting, heating, and cooking;</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="E.">
    <text>Have a toilet in good working condition that is readily accessible to children in care; and</text>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="F.">
    <text>Have an operable refrigerator and stove.</text>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>