N.M. Admin. Code § 8.321.6.10 - INITIAL LICENSURE PROCEDURES

To obtain an initial license for a facility pursuant to these regulations the following procedures must be followed by the applicant.

A. Application phase: These regulations apply to the design of a new building or renovation or addition to an existing building for licensure as a facility pursuant to these regulations. Prior to starting construction, renovations or additions to an existing building the applicant of the proposed facility shall:

(1) advise the licensing authority in writing of intention to open a facility pursuant to these regulations.

(2) submit a set of floor plans for the building which must be of professional quality, be on substantial paper of at least 18 inches by 24 inches, and be drawn to an accurate scale of one-quarter inch to one foot. These plans must include:

(a) proposed use of each room e.g., waiting room, counseling/therapy room, office, et cetera;

(b) interior dimensions of all rooms;

(c) one building or wall section showing exterior and interior wall construction. Section must include floor, wall, ceiling, and the finishes, e.g., carpet, tile, gyp board with paint, wood paneling;

(d) door types, swing, and sizes of all doors, e.g. solid core, hollow core, three feet by six feet, eight inches, one and three-quarters inches thick;

(e) if the building is air-conditioned;

(f) all sinks;

(g) furnaces and hot water heaters, and if gas or electric;

(h) windows including size and type;

(i) any level changes within the building, e.g., steps or ramps;

(j) fire extinguishers, heat and smoke detectors and alarm systems;

(k) location of the building on a site/ plot plan to determine surrounding conditions, include all steps, ramps, parking areas, walks, and any permanent structures; and

(l) plans if the building is new construction, remodeled or alteration, or an addition. If remodeled or an addition, indicate existing and new construction on the plans.

(3) Blueprints or floor plans must be reviewed by the licensing authority for compliance with current licensing regulations, building and fire codes.

(4) If blueprints or plans are approved, the licensing authority will advise the applicant that construction may begin.

B. Construction phase: During the construction of a new building or renovations or additions to an existing building, the applicant must coordinate with the licensing authority and submit any changes to the blueprints or plans for approval before making such changes.

C. Licensing phase: Prior to completion of construction, renovation or addition to an existing building, the applicant will submit to the licensing authority the following:

(1) Application forms: appropriately completed and notarized.

(2) Fees:

(a) Current fee schedules must be provided by the licensing authority.

(b) Fees must be in the form of a certified check, money order, personal, or business check made payable to the state of New Mexico.

(c) Fees are non-refundable.

(3) Zoning and building approval:

(a) All initial applications must be accompanied with written zoning approval from the appropriate authority (city, county or municipality).

(b) Prior to licensure, initial applicants must submit written building approval (certificate of occupancy) from the appropriate authority (city, county, or municipality).

(4) Fire authority approval: Prior to licensure, initial applicants must submit written approval of the fire authority having jurisdiction.

(5) New Mexico environment department approval: Prior to licensure, initial applicants are responsible for submission of the written approval of the New Mexico environment department for the following:

(a) private water supply, if applicable;

(b) private waste or sewage disposal, if applicable; and

(c) kitchen, if meals are prepared on site.

(6) Copy of appropriate drug permit issued by the state board of pharmacy, if applicable.

D. Initial survey: Upon receipt of a properly completed application with all supporting documentation as outlined above, an initial life safety code on-site survey and an on-site health survey of the proposed facility will be scheduled by the licensing authority.

E. Issuance of license: Upon completion of the initial survey and determination that the facility is in compliance with these regulations, the licensing authority will issue a license.

Notes

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.321.6.10

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024