Cal. Health & Safety Code § 1597.621

Family day care homes that, on December 31, 1983, have a valid unexpired registration to operate as a family day care home for children pursuant to Section 1597.62 in one of the pilot counties shall be deemed to be issued a family day care license effective January 1, 1984. Licensure pursuant to this section shall not require a visit pursuant to the requirement set forth in subdivision (a) of Section 1597.55. However, all other requirements of licensing shall continue to be met. Complaint and revocation procedures may be enforced.