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Rule Title: Common Licensing Standards
Department:	DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES	Add to MyFLRules Favorites
Division:	Substance Abuse Program
Chapter:	SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERVICES OFFICE

Latest version of the final adopted rule presented in Florida Administrative Code (FAC):

	Effective Date:	10/16/2025
	History Notes:	Rulemaking Authority 397.321(5), 397.4014, 397.410(1) FS. Law Implemented 397.321, 397.4014, 397.4073, 397.4075, 397.410, 397.4103, 397.4104, 397.411 FS. History–New 5-25-00, Amended 4-3-03, 12-12-05, 8-29-19, 5-10-23, 10-16-25.
	References in this version:	Ref-18473 CF 1649 Attestation of Good Moral Character

History of this Rule since Jan. 6, 2006

Section	Description	ID	Publish Date

Final 65D-30.004	Common Licensing Standards	30037522	Effective: 10/16/2025
Proposed 65D-30.002 ......	Adds standards for mobile medication assisted treatment units. Amendments will incorporate updated federal regulatory requirements for methadone medication-assisted treatment programs.	29861855	8/8/2025 Vol. 51/154
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to update rules 65D-30.002, .004, and .0142, F.A.C., to add a definition and standards for mobile medication assisted treatment units. The amendments will also incorporate updated federal regulatory ....	29284802	2/18/2025 Vol. 51/33
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to update rules 65D-30.002, .004, and .0142, F.A.C., to add a definition and standards for mobile medication assisted treatment units. The amendments will also incorporate updated federal regulatory ....	29255120	2/11/2025 Vol. 51/28
Variances 65D-30.004	temporary waiver of Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Florida Administrative Code, from Metro Treatment of Florida, L.P. Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Fla. Admin. Code, states in pertinent part that, for the medication and methadone maintenance ....	28485328	6/25/2024 Vol. 50/124
Variances 65D-30.004	An order has been issued on February 7, 2024 that disposes of the petition for temporary, limited waiver of Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Florida Administrative Code, from Metro Treatment of Florida, L.P. The Notice of Variances ....	28065221	2/16/2024 Vol. 50/33
Variances 65D-30.004	temporary, limited waiver of Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Florida Administrative Code, from Metro Treatment of Florida, L.P. Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Fla. Admin. Code, states in pertinent part that, for the medication and methadone ....	27874131	12/18/2023 Vol. 49/243
Development 65D-30.004	Amend to address referrals to or from recovery residences pursuant to Chapter Law 2023-298.	27718640	10/31/2023 Vol. 49/212
Final 65D-30.004	Common Licensing Standards	27073202	Effective: 05/10/2023
Change 65D-30.002 ......	Definitions, Common Licensing Standards, Staff Training, Qualifications, and Scope of Practice	26916547	3/13/2023 Vol. 49/49
Proposed 65D-30.002 ......	Amendments clarify definitions, address certification, update common licensing standards, clarify scope of practice, and clarify standards for prevention to align with current law and practice.	26628651	12/14/2022 Vol. 48/241
Development 65D-30.002 ......	Amendments clarify definitions, address certification, update common licensing standards, clarify scope of practice, and clarify standards for prevention.	26477622	10/31/2022 Vol. 48/212
Variances 65D-30.004	temporary, limited waiver of Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Florida Administrative Code, from Metro Treatment of Florida, L.P. Rule 65D-30.004(6)(c), Fla. Admin. Code, states in pertinent part that, for the medication and methadone ....	26440665	10/18/2022 Vol. 48/203
Misc 65D-30.002 ......	Notice of Extension	25980885	6/17/2022 Vol. 48/118
Variances 65D-30.004	waiver or variance from Rule 65D-30.004(3)(b), Florida Administrative Code, from the Journey Forward Program. Rule 65D-30.004(3)(b), Fla. Admin. Code, states that substance abuse providers shall assess the potential risks ....	24865094	8/10/2021 Vol. 47/154
Workshop 65D-30.002 ......	Substance Abuse Program rules August 10, 2021, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or close of busines.... Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85651339553?pwd=RkZTbWxYTFlObkNSdkpCTE91cGJUQT09 ....	24772944	7/19/2021 Vol. 47/138
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to update rules 65D-30.002, .0031, .0036, .0037, .004, .0046, and .013, F.A.C., to comport with current law and practice.	24442950	4/22/2021 Vol. 47/78
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to update rules 65D-30.002, .0031, .0036, .0037, .004, .0046, and .013, F.A.C., to comport with current law and practice.	24429467	4/19/2021 Vol. 47/75
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to update rules 65C-30.002, .00331, .0036, .0037, .004, .0046, and .013, F.A.C., to comport with current law and practice.	24426460	4/16/2021 Vol. 47/74
Variances 65D-30.004	waiver of Rule 65D-30.004(6)(g), Florida Administrative Code, from Goodwill Industries-Suncoast, Inc., assigned Case No. 20-061W. Rule 65D-30.004(6)(g), F.A.C., requires that in cases where a provider operates treatment ....	23996362	12/17/2020 Vol. 46/244
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Hillsborough County Anti Drug Alliance, assigned Case No. 20-047W.	23732813	10/7/2020 Vol. 46/196
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Operation PAR, LiveFree! Coalition, assigned Case No. 20-046W.	23732231	10/7/2020 Vol. 46/196
Withdrawal 65D-30.002 ......	Definitions, Certifications and Recognitions Required by Statute, Common Licensing Standards, Staff Training, Qualifications, and Scope of Practice	23654437	9/16/2020 Vol. 46/181
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Dixie County Anti-Drug Coalition, assigned Case No. 20-025W.	23602542	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Marion County Children’s Alliance, assigned Case No. 20-037W.	23602251	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Be Free Lake, Inc., assigned Case No. 20-034W.	23601669	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Hernando County Community Anti-Drug, assigned Case No. 20-033W.	23601572	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and One Voice Volusia/Flagler Cares, assigned Case No. 20-032W.	23601475	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and E3 Family Solutions/Sumter CAP, assigned Case No. 20-031W.	23601378	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and PACT Prevention Coalition of St. John County, assigned Case No. 20-030W.	23600990	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Okeechobee Substance Abuse Coalition, Inc., assigned Case No. 20-029W.	23600893	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Hamilton County Alcohol and Drug Coalition, assigned Case No. 20-028W.	23600796	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Focus on Flagler, assigned Case No. 20-027W.	23600699	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Drug Free Duval, assigned Case No. 20-026W.	23600602	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Clay Action Coalition, Inc., assigned Case No. 20-024W.	23600505	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Anti-Drug Coalition of Citrus County, assigned Case No. 20-023W.	23600214	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Bradford Prevention Coalition, assigned Case No. 20-022W.	23600117	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc. and Baker Prevention Coalition, assigned Case No. 20-021W.	23600020	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Variances 65D-30.001 ......	waiver of Chapter 65D-30, Florida Administrative Code, from Community Coalition Alliance, Inc., assigned Case No. 20-020W.	23599826	9/2/2020 Vol. 46/172
Public Meeting 65D-30.002 ......	Proposed amendments to the above-referenced rules. Meeting materials can be found on the Department's website, https://www.myflfamilies.com/, .... July 20, 2020 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm or close of business Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/92030017658?pwd=dVJyNmVaNWx5eW52ZytkcEtkY1dVZz09 Meeting ....	23389336	6/30/2020 Vol. 46/127
Proposed 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to amend rules 65D-30.002, .004, .0031, .0046, and .0081, F.A.C., to conform with statutory changes.	23351700	6/17/2020 Vol. 46/118
Misc 65D-30.0031 ......	Notice of Extension	23099694	4/1/2020 Vol. 46/64
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to amend Rules 65D-30.002, 65D-30.0031, .004, .0046, and .0081, F.A.C., to modify regulatory language in accordance with Chapter 2019-159, Laws of Florida. The amendments will add definitions; add ....	22550965	10/30/2019 Vol. 45/212
Final 65D-30.004	Common Licensing Standards	22256473	Effective: 08/29/2019
Change 65D-30.002 ......	Definitions, Certifications and Recognitions Required by Statute, Display of Licenses, License Types, Change in Status of License, Required Fees, Licensure Application and Renewal, Department Licensing ....	22030172	6/25/2019 Vol. 45/123
Public Meeting 65D-30.002 ......	The proposed changes published in the notice of change for the above rules concerning substance abuse. November 7, 2018, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (1) Attending in person at: Florida Department of Children ....	21075401	10/25/2018 Vol. 44/209
Change 65D-30.002 ......	Definitions, Department Licensing and Regulatory Standards, Certifications and Recognitions Required by Statute, Display of Licenses, License Types, Change in Status of License, Required Fees, Licensure ....	21059299	10/23/2018 Vol. 44/207
Public Hearing 65D-30.002 ......	The proposed changes published in the notice of change for the above rules concerning substance abuse. November 7, 2018 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (1) Attending in person at: Florida Department of Children ....	21059784	10/23/2018 Vol. 44/207
Variances 65D-30.004 ......	NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The Department of Children and Families has issued an order disposing of the petition for variance of Rules 65D-30.004(12)(c)(4) and 65D-30.013(2)(d), F.A.C., filed by South Florida Behavioral ....	20845899	8/30/2018 Vol. 44/170
Variances 65D-30.004 ......	variance of rules 65D-30.004(12)(c)(4), and 65D-30.013(2)(d), Florida Administrative Code, from South Florida Behavioral Health Network and The Village South Inc, assigned Case No. 18-024W. Rule 65D-30.004(12)(c)(4) requires ....	20603690	6/29/2018 Vol. 44/127
Public Hearing 65D-30.001 ......	Substance Abuse Services Office rules January 24, 2018, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Eastern .... 1) Department of Children and Families, Headquarters: 1317 Winewood ....	19919355	1/5/2018 Vol. 44/04
Proposed 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to reorganize and update rule chapter 65D-30 by amending rules and adding new rules. Section 397.321(5), F.S., requires the Department to adopt rules necessary to comply with Chapter 397, Substance ....	19895202	12/29/2017 Vol. 43/250
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to amend Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C., to modify regulatory language to comport with Chapter 2017-173, Laws of Florida, and other current laws and policies related to standards for the provision of substance ....	19503031	10/9/2017 Vol. 43/195
Development 65D-30.002 ......	The Department intends to amend Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C., to modify regulatory language to comport with current laws, policies and procedures related to standards for the provision of substance abuse services. These modifications ....	18222922	11/1/2016 Vol. 42/213
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The Department will discuss potential changes to Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C., (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions discussed at the meeting .... December 20, 2013, 1:00 p.m. Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13903803	12/5/2013 Vol. 39/235
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The Department will discuss potential changes to Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C., (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions discussed at the meeting .... December 19, 2013, 1:00 p.m. Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13903706	12/5/2013 Vol. 39/235
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	This notice adds an additional video teleconference location in Miami. The Department will discuss potential changes to Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C., .... December 4, 2013, 1:00 p.m. December 4, 2013, 1:00 p.m. PLACE: Department of Children ....	13865973	11/26/2013 Vol. 39/230
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	This notice adds an additional video teleconference location in Miami. The Department will discuss potential changes to ch. 65D-30, F.A.C., .... December 11, 2013, 1:00 p.m. Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13865876	11/26/2013 Vol. 39/230
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The Department will discuss potential changes to ch. 65D-30, F.A.C., (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions discussed at the meeting .... December 11, 2013, 1:00 p.m Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13845021	11/20/2013 Vol. 39/226
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The Department will discuss potential changes to ch. 65D-30, F.A.C., (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions discussed at the meeting .... December 4, 2013, 1:00 p.m. Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13844924	11/20/2013 Vol. 39/226
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The Department will present anticipated revision concepts to ch. 65D-30, F.A.C., (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions discussed at .... November 21, 2013, 11:00 a.m. Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13790313	11/7/2013 Vol. 39/218
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The department will present anticipated revisions to Chapter 65D-30 F.A.C. (Substance Abuse Services). The rule revisions will include updating .... September 4, 2013, 9:00am Department of Children and Families, 1317 Winewood Blvd, Building ....	13301336	7/29/2013 Vol. 39/146
Development 65D-30.001 ......	Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C. will be substantially revised to comply with statutory revisions in Chapter 397, F.S., effected by Chapter 2009-132, Laws of Florida. The rule amendments will include but not be limited to, updating ....	13172617	6/28/2013 Vol. 39/126
Development 65D-30.001 ......	: Chapter 65D-30, F.A.C. will be substantially revised to comply with statutory revisions in Chapter 397, F.S., effected by Chapter 2009-132, Laws of Florida. The rule amendments will include but not be limited to, updating ....	7999122	12/11/2009 Vol. 35/49
Workshop 65D-30.001 ......	The purpose of the rule development workshop is to solicit input from the public regarding the proposed changes to substance abuse licensure .... Tuesday, January 19, 2010, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Department of Children and Family Services, Substance Abuse ....	7999607	12/11/2009 Vol. 35/49
Final 65D-30.004	Common Licensing Standards	2149246	Effective: 12/12/2005

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