N.M. Admin. Code § 16.66.7.20

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 17, September 10, 2024

Section 16.66.7.20 - GARAGES

A. The licensee shall inspect:

(1) Walls and ceilings adjoining living space;

(2) Doors entering living space from the garage;

(3) Presence of burners, burner ignition devices, or heating elements permanently installed in the garage;

(4) Presence of vehicle barrier when heating or water heating units are in the path of the vehicle;

(5) Scuttle access to attics, including pull-down stairs inside the garage;

(6) Garage vehicle door;

(7) Vehicle door automatic operator and safety features present.

B. In the home inspection report, the licensee shall describe at least the following:

(1) Damage, unsealed penetrations, and openings to walls and ceilings adjoining living spaces;

(2) Presence of heating or cooling supply or return ductwork inside the garage space;

(3) Burners, burner ignition devices, and other heating elements, switches, and thermostats that may generate a glow, spark, or flame capable of igniting flammable vapors that are installed less than 18 inches above the floor above the garage floor, unless the unit is listed for garage floor installation; and

(4) Vehicle door operation.

C. The licensee is not required to:

(1) Verify or certify automatic operator remote control operation;

(2) Verify or certify the proper operation of any pressure-activated auto-reverse or related safety feature of a garage door;

(3) Inspect or operate equipment housed in the garage, except as otherwise noted;

(4) Move personal items, furniture, or equipment which obstructs access or visibility; and

(5) Burners, burner ignition devices, or heating elements, switches, and thermostats that are not a minimum of eighteen (18) inches above the lowest garage floor elevation, unless the unit is listed for garage floor installation.

N.M. Admin. Code § 16.66.7.20

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXI, Issue 23, December 15, 2020, eff. 1/15/2021