THNM

New Mexico

Transitional Home Requirements

Official State Website

Licensing Agency

New Mexico Health Care Authority

License: Boarding Home License

Key Requirements & Qualifications

6 items
  • 1

    Applicant must provide identities of all persons/entities with authority to direct management or policies, or having five percent ownership interest

  • 2

    Applicant must clear caregiver criminal history screening (8.370.5 NMAC), including disclosure of felony convictions, civil judgments for fraud/embezzlement/misappropriation, and any adverse actions on licenses/permits

  • 3

    Applicant must provide evidence of sufficient resources to operate for six months, including a credit report with a minimum score of 650 for individuals

  • 4

    Submit a letter of intent with boarding home name, owner/licensee, management company (if any), license type requested, proposed manager's name/resume, anticipated number of residents/beds, physical/mailing address, contact information, anticipated payers, and list of services

  • 5

    Submit a program outline including a list/description of services, projected residents, staffing requirements/duties, staffing plans, admission/discharge criteria, and organizational structure diagram

  • 6

    Submit policies and procedures with a crosswalk to regulations

Governing Law & Regulatory Code

8.370.15 NMAC; 8.370.3 NMACView Official Text

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Official State Resource

Visit the official state government website to access current application forms, full regulatory text, and contact information for the licensing agency.

Open Official Website

https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-mexico/title-8/chapter-370/part-15

Fees & Costs

$300.00 annually for initial and renewal applications. Fees are non-refundable. Amended license fee: $300.00.

Getting Started Checklist

Research state-specific requirements
Contact the licensing agency
Complete required training/education
Pass background checks
Secure appropriate facility/location
Obtain liability insurance
Submit license application
Pass facility inspection

Important Notice

Regulations change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the state licensing agency before submitting applications. This information is for educational purposes only.