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Office of Mental Health

OMH Regulation Waiver Decisions

Section 501.3(a)(7) of Title 14 NYCRR requires the Office of Mental Health (OMH) to post requests for regulation waivers, and the Commissioner’s decision regarding those requests.

WAIVER DECISION

Date: February 6, 2026

Waiver Request:
Provider requested a waiver to hire a Therapeutic Recreational Therapist.

Regulations at Issue:
14NYCRR 584.4(c)(12)
14NYCRR 584.10(e)

Commissioner's Decision:
This is approved through October 31, 2028.

WAIVER DECISION

Date: January 23, 2026

Waiver Request:
Provider is requesting a waiver to allow a 19-year-old to remain in the adolescent unit until they can secure an adult CR bed.

Regulations at Issue:
14NYCRR 594.8(i)

Commissioner's Decision:
This is approved through June 30, 2026.

WAIVER DECISION

Date: January 9, 2026

Waiver Request:
Provider is requesting a waiver to allow a 19-year-old to remain in the adolescent unit until they can secure an adult CR bed.

Regulations at Issue:
14NYCRR 594.8(i)

Commissioner's Decision:
This is approved through June 30, 2026.