N.M. Admin. Code § 7.20.12.52

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 7.20.12.52 - CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES: GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS FOR RESIDENTIAL TREATMENT SERVICES

The following standards apply to residential treatment services: Building requirements:

A. Access to the disabled: All facilities licensed pursuant to these regulations are accessible to, and usable by, disabled employees, staff, visitors, and clients.

B. Prohibition of mobile homes: Trailers and mobile homes are not used for living or activity areas for children.

C. Design and selection of building(s) for the special needs of children: In the design or selection of a building, attention is given to the special needs of the children and staff. Conditions which are detrimental to health, safety, and welfare of the children are avoided.

D. Extent of a facility: All buildings on the premises providing services are considered part of the facility and meet all requirements of these regulations. Children living in any building on the premises are counted in the capacity of the facility. Where a part of the facility's services is contained in another facility, separation and access are maintained as described in current building and fire codes.

E. Additional requirements: A facility applying for licensure pursuant to these regulations may be subject to additional requirements not contained herein. The complexity of building and fire codes and other applicable standards of city, county, or municipal governments establishes such additional requirements. Applicable standards may be incorporated by the LCA in its licensing process.

N.M. Admin. Code § 7.20.12.52

1/1/99; 7.20.12.52 NMAC - Rn, 7 NMAC 20.12.52, 02/28/05