New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 321 - SPECIALIZED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
Part 6 - REQUIREMENTS FOR COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH CENTERS
Section 8.321.6.29 - GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

A. New construction, additions and alterations: When construction of new buildings, additions, or alterations to existing buildings are contemplated, plans and specifications covering all portions of the work must be submitted to the licensing authority for plan review and approval prior to beginning actual construction. When an addition or alteration is contemplated, plans for the entire facility must be submitted.

B. Access to the disabled: Community mental health centers licensed pursuant to these regulations must be accessible to and useable by disabled employees, staff, visitors, and clients.

C. Extent of a facility: All buildings of the premises providing client care and services will be considered part of the facility and must meet all requirements of these regulations. Where a part of the facility services are contained in another facility, separation and access shall be maintained as described in current building and fire codes.

D. Additional requirements: A facility applying for licensure pursuant to these regulations may have additional requirements not contained herein. The complexity of building and fire codes and requirements of city, county, or municipal governments may stipulate these additional requirements. Any additional requirements will be outlined by the appropriate building and fire authorities, and by the licensing authority through plan review, consultation and on-site surveys during the licensing process.