Those who start the disability welfare service business

In order to operate a long-term care insurance business within Nagoya City, it is necessary to obtain designation from Nagoya City based on the Long-Term Care Insurance Act.

Preliminary consultation

Since the facility must meet the standards when applying, if you are unsure whether the standards are met, you need to check the building plans, etc., to confirm compliance before constructing, remodeling, or leasing. Please consult with us.
In that case, the room name (training/workroom, multipurpose room, etc.) and the room's area (effective area) must be indicated on the architectural drawings, etc. (If necessary, an area calculation diagram or an area calculation formula may be attached.)

The building must comply with the Building Standards Act.

When using an existing building as a business premises, whether owned or leased, procedures under the Building Standards Act (such as change of use; this does not refer to the "use" recorded in the building's registration) may be required. Therefore, be sure to have an architect or other qualified professional review the building beforehand and attach a document (Reference Form 22 Appendix) detailing the review to your application.

If any procedures or construction work are required , they must be completed by the time of the on-site inspection .

Regarding the application of the Building Standards Act to disability welfare service facilities (PDF format: 94KB)

The building must comply with the Fire Service Act.

When using an existing building as a business premises, it may be necessary to install new fire safety equipment, etc. Therefore, it is essential to check with the fire department in the ward where the building is located in advance (attach a document (Reference Form 22) detailing the information confirmed to the application form). If fire safety equipment installation is required, it must be completed by the time of the on-site inspection .

Summary of amendments to fire safety regulations concerning fire safety equipment in social welfare facilities (PDF format: 4MB)