The New Mexico Environment inspects all public swimming pools and spas, including pools and spas at:

Residential housing or lodging facilities having five or less units are not considered public pools or spas in accordance with 7.18.2 NMAC

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 7.18.5 NMAC

To view the 2009 Pool Season Pre-Opening Checklist click here

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