California Code, Health and Safety Code - HSC § 1796.82

(1) Notwithstanding any other law, and in accordance with this chapter, the State Department of Social Services shall allow the entity, when nonoperational due to its destruction, significant damage, or prolonged closure, to request inactive license status if the entity notifies the department that it intends to become operational again by being rebuilt or reopening in the same location.

(2) The entity shall notify the State Department of Social Services within 90 days of the proclamation or declaration if the entity seeks to request inactive license status pursuant to paragraph (1).  The department may extend the time to submit a request for inactive license status, subject to department approval.  Inactive license status shall be limited to no more than two years but may be extended, subject to department approval.