New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 8 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 371 - DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Part 2 - REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERMEDIATE CARE FACILITIES FOR THE MENTALLY RETARDED
Section 8.371.2.21 - NEW FACILITY

Universal Citation: 8 NM Admin Code 8.371.2.21

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

A new facility may be opened in an existing building or a newly constructed building.

A. If opened in an existing building a variance may be granted for those building requirements the facility cannot meet under the same criteria outlined in Subsections A, B and C of 8.371.2.20 NMAC, if not in conflict with existing building and fire codes. This is at the sole discretion of the licensing authority.

B. A new facility opened in a newly constructed building must meet all requirements of these regulations.

C. A new facility may not be licensed for more than four clients. Exception: ICF/MR facilities may be licensed for a maximum capacity of six clients based upon a written plan that must be submitted to the licensing authority prior to the facility's licensure. Approval of the plan is in the discretion of the licensing authority. The plan must demonstrate the following:

(1) The anticipated facility service benefits to the client population.

(2) How the facility's services will promote, independence, active treatment and community supports.

(3) How the facility's services will address the needs and protections of the proposed clients.

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