Agencies do not care if you own or rent a home or an apartment. They’re looking to see that your living situation is suitable to bring a foster child into your home. No matter your dwelling type, foster homes must comply with local zoning, building, fire and safety codes, be kept in good condition, sanitary and free of hazardous conditions and materials. Dangerous items like firearms, medications, chemicals and tools must be locked and stored somewhere inaccessible to children.