89 Ill. Adm. Code 404.1
Purpose
Section 404
Section 404.1 Purpose
a) The purpose of this part is to prescribe the standards for
licensure as a child care institution and to describe how to apply for a
license.
b) The licensing standards set forth in this part are applicable
to all child care institutions and maternity centers as defined in the Child
Care Act, as well as to those child care institutions owned, operated or
supervised by the Department.