(a) In Part II of this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated. (b) 'Large private group home' means a private group home that admits at least 10 but not more than 16 individuals. (c) 'License' means a license issued by the Secretary to operate a private group home. (d) (1) 'Private group home' means a residence in which individuals who have been or are under treatment for a mental disorder may be provided care or treatment in a homelike environment. (2) 'Private group home' does not include: (i) Any facility that is owned by or leased to this State or any public agency; (ii) Any facility that is regulated by the Department of Juvenile Services; (iii) Any facility that is regulated by the Developmental Disabilities Administration; (iv) Any facility that is organized wholly or partly to make a profit; or (v) A foster home that is the domicile of the foster parent. (e) 'Small private group home' means a private group home that admits at least 4 but not more than 9 individuals.
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