New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 370 - OVERSIGHT OF LICENSED HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND COMMUNITY BASED WAIVER PROGRAMS
Part 14 - ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES FOR ADULTS
Section 8.370.14.9 - WAIVERS AND VARIANCES
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
The licensing authority may vary or waive certain licensure requirements for facilities, provided that it would not adversely affect the health, safety or welfare of the residents or staff.
A. Requests for a variance or waiver may be made at any time, shall be made in writing to the licensing authority and shall specify the following:
B. The licensing authority may require additional information from the facility prior to acting on the request.
C. The licensing authority may impose conditions on the variance or waiver.
D. The licensing authority shall limit the duration of any waiver.
E. Variances and waivers are nontransferable and shall be kept on file and readily available at the facility.
F. Variances and waivers are granted at the discretion of the licensing authority.