New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 14 - HOUSING AND CONSTRUCTION
Chapter 7 - BUILDING CODES GENERAL
Part 2 - 2021 NEW MEXICO COMMERCIAL BUILDING CODE
Section 14.7.2.45 - BABY CHANGING FACILITIES

Universal Citation: 14 NM Admin Code 14.7.2.45

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024

A. Construction of a new restroom, intended for use in a place of public accommodation, as defined in 14.5.2 NMAC, shall provide for at least one baby changing facility on each floor that has a public toilet facility and shall accommodate any person needing to utilize a baby changing facility, pursuant to Section 60-13-10.3 NMSA 1978.

B. Baby changing facilities shall be included in all required documentation including plans submitted under submittal documents pursuant to Subparagraph (b) of Paragraph (1) of Subsection A of 14.5.2 10 NMAC and shall be subject to plan review pursuant to Subsection A of 14.5.2.11 NMAC - Permits, and inspections pursuant to Subsection A of 14.5.3.8 NMAC.

C. All requirements for baby changing facilities must be complied with in order for a certificate of occupancy to be issued or a final inspection approved, whichever is appropriate.

D. Baby changing facilities shall comply with the American national standards institute (ANSI) A117.1-2017 Section 603.5 diaper changing tables; Section 305 floor space; Section 308.2.1 unobstructed access; Chapter 7 Communication Elements and Features; Chapter 9 built in furnishings and equipment; and Subsection K of 14.7.2.19 NMAC, Section 1111, signage.

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