New Regulations

The New Mexico Environment inspects all public Aquatic Venues (swimming pools and spas, including pools and spas) at:

	Apartment Complexes		Bed and Breakfasts
	Home Owners Associations		RV Parks
	Motels/Hotels		Colleges and Universities
	Health Clubs		Organizational Camps
	Condominiums		and others specified in 7.18.2 NMAC
	Municipal Pools

Residential housing or lodging facilities having five or less units are not considered public pools or spas in accordance with 7.18.1 NMAC (see Regulations)

An annual operating permit is required for each public swimming pool and spa. The operating permit will be issued only after a satisfactory inspection of the pool and/or spa and receipt of all applicable fees. The swimming pool and spa fees are addressed in 7.18.2 NMAC (see Regulations)

For information concerning inspections of public swimming pools contact your local New Mexico Environment Department field office. Click here to view a list of field offices.