New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 7 - HEALTH
Chapter 20 - MENTAL HEALTH
Part 12 - LICENSING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH FACILITIES
Section 7.20.12.26 - CAPACITY OF A FACILITY

Universal Citation: 7 NM Admin Code 7.20.12.26

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

The capacity of a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations is determined by the following.

A. All residential treatment facilities are limited to a total capacity of 16 children in a single residential building.

B. By square footage of childrens sleeping rooms as specified by these regulations.

C. The capacity as reflected on the license issued to a facility licensed pursuant to these regulations must not be exceeded at any time. Exception: The facility may exceed its licensed capacity for a period not to exceed 72 hours due to emergency placements by families, juvenile probation and parole officers, sheriff, police, court or protective services. The facility notifies the LCA within one business day of the event.

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