NYS never changed the law from 8 to 6. That is false. You must have adequate space.

License exempt 2 or fewer daycare children OR you operate for 3 or fewer hours per day
Registered 8 daycare children, 2 must be school age
Licensed 16 children, 4 must be school age (and you must have sufficient staff to cover ratio).

NYS also has some protections for renters. You can put up temporary fencing to pass licensing standards. It's also a criminal offense to operate an illegal daycare and you risk being sued personally, hefty fines, etc.

I hope you get legal, before something happens. I also hope you understand that parents are wishy-washy and ONE disgruntled client can put you in serious legal trouble.

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