2006 New Mexico Statutes - Section 3-60-7 — Definition; slum area.

3-60-7. Definition; slum area.

As used in the Community Development Law [ 3-60-1 to 3-60-37 NMSA 1978] "slum area" means an area in which there is a predominance of buildings or other improvements which are found by the local governing body by reason of 1) dilapidation, 2) deterioration, 3) age, or 4) obsolescence, 5) inadequate provision for ventilation, light, air, sanitation or open spaces, 6) overcrowding, 7) the existence of conditions which endanger life or property, or 8) any combination of such factors, to contribute to either ill health, the transmission of disease, infant mortality, juvenile delinquency or crime, and to be detrimental to the public health, safety, morals or welfare.