Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 9, May 7, 2024
Section 8.26.5.11 - TYPES OF LICENSESA. Initial license: An initial license is granted to any agency when PSD verifies that the applicant is in substantial compliance with the licensing requirements. If the applicant is in substantial compliance but there are minor deficiencies, the applicant is directed to correct the minor deficiencies. An applicant's initial license shall be issued for a maximum of one year.B. Standard license: If the agency continues to meet all licensing requirements, PSD may elect to license the agency for a standard license. A standard license may be issued for one year or two years. If all regulations have been met during the current audit, a license may be issued for up to two years.C. Six month license: A six month license may be issued when PSD determines the agency has documented substantial deficiencies or chronic minor deficiencies, and: (1) the agency submits a written corrective action plan as approved by PSD to correct the deficiencies; and(2) the applicant can meet the licensing requirements within six months from the date of issuance of the six month license; PSD makes at least one site visit at least two months prior to the expirations of the six month license, or more frequent visits, to determine that the agency has taken sufficient steps to correct the deficiencies.D. License extension: If an agency requests to be re-licensed, and holds a current standard license, and an audit is not conducted prior to the or on the date of expiration of the present license, the most recent license may remain in effect for a period of up to 90 calendar days beyond the current expiration date. The extension allows for completion of the audit and determination if a new license is issued, or, in the case of an agency closure, to allow for the timely transfer of families or children. Upon written request of the agency, PSD issues a letter extending the license for the determined amount of time, not to exceed 90 days.8.26.5.11 NMAC - N., 5/29/09; A, 8/15/11