The submittal requirements for a homeowner’s building permit are as follows:

• Obtain planning and zoning approval from the county and submit the approval letter with you permit request.
• Two (2) complete sets of plans at a recommended minimum scale of ¼ inch = 1 foot, and provide the required information listed on the Permit Guide for Residential Construction.
• Submit the completed Multi-Purpose State Building Application.
• Submit the building permit fee, which CID will provide as soon as you let us know what the total cost of the project is going to be. Without the permit fee being paid, CID will not process the permit request. Upon receipt of the complete permit package CID will enter, review, and approve the permit request and issue a building permit within five (5) working days.

Permits are processed by the date they are received. Residential permits are being processed in 3 to 4 working days. Commercial permits are processed in 5 to 10 working days.

Two complete sets of hard copy plans or electronic plans with specifications must be submitted to the Construction Industries Division for a permit, and must be sufficiently clear to show the project in its entirety.

Zoning approval not secured before applying for a building permit; not enough information for the review to be approved; or commercial projects that do not have a New Mexico Engineer or Architect stamp. Additionally, insurance may be denied if no proof of permitting/inspections/Certificate of Occupancy can be provided.

Yes, to determine setback distance requirements, determine compliance with egress requirements of bedrooms and, and enable the plan reviewer to determine floor and ceiling joist/rafter spans.

Yes, and manufacturer’s specifications must be included.

Where the existing roof has two or more applications of any type of roof covering, new roof coverings shall not be installed without first removing existing roof coverings.

No, neither roof assembly type is permitted. Pumice and granular fill must be removed prior to roof replacement.

No, we do not require a permit for fencing. However, a permit is required for a block wall.

To protect life, limb, and property, and to maintain a record of inspection for future reference.

Take all covered space or roof space and combine to have an accurate square footage count.

The New Mexico Building Code may be downloaded from this link: https://www.srca.nm.gov/nmac-home/nmac-titles/title-14-housing-and-construction/chapter-7-building-codes-general/ 

Send an email to CID.Inspection@state.nm.us
Call our support center at 505-222-9813 in the Albuquerque area, or 877-CID-0979 from elsewhere in New Mexico.

Yes. Electrical plan review, permit, and inspection are required.

Complete an electrical homeowner application, pay appropriate fee, pass an electrical homeowner examination, and pay appropriate fee for an electrical permit. A homeowner may apply for a homeowner’s electrical permit by complying with Subsection D of NMAC 14.5.2.18 (https://www.srca.nm.gov/parts/title14/14.005.0002.html) and submitting plans or drawings showing the electrical equipment on the floor plan and the panel schedule. Once the plans are approved, the permit may be issued to the homeowner only if the homeowner passes the electrical exam for homeowners administered by CID, with a minimum passing score of 75%. Failed examinations may not be repeated sooner than 30 days after the date of the failed exam. Electrical work pursuant to the homeowner permit shall only be performed by the permittee.

2020 New Mexico Electrical Code/National Electrical Code. See 14.10.4 NMAC.

Yes, the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code. See 14.10.4 NMAC.

Yes, all wiring requires a permit and inspection.

The permit fee is based on the electrical panel amperage size serving the wiring installed.

An occupant load of greater than fifty (50) based on the current adopted building code, or a construction valuation greater than six hundred thousand dollars ($600, 000), or a service size of one hundred (100) kVA singe phase or two hundred and twenty-five (225) kVA three phase. https://www.srca.nm.gov/parts/title14/14.005.0002.html 14.5.2.11 (J)(1) (a-h)

One (1) New Mexico certified journeyman electrician to three (3) apprentices.

One (1) New Mexico certified journeyman electrician to two (2) apprentices.

Yes, a permit needs to be pulled by a New Mexico licensed contractor prior to the work being performed and inspected.

Due to all buildings being different, it is recommended to contact the Mechanical Bureau Chief or Area Chief Inspector on the requirement of HVAC plans and the requirement of a design by a mechanical engineer.

Yes. You will be required to submit an isometric drawing of your plumbing. The plans will need to be reviewed, and incur a $25 plan review fee.

If you have a LP Dealer license, you may call our licensing vendor, PSI, at 1-877-663-9267 and ask for a “LPG Status Change” form. Check the box next to “Add Qualifying Party,” and complete the appropriate sections of the form. Mail completed form to PSI at the address listed on the form. The form can also be obtained from PSI’s website at public.psiexams.com.

Yes. For those who have a MM02 or a MM98, a LP04 license can be obtained from our licensing vendor. Testing is not required. Contact PSI at 1-877-663-9267 and ask for an “LPG Dealer License Application” form. The form can also be obtained from PSI’s website at public.psiexams.com. Mail completed form to PSI at the address listed on the form along with your payment of $125.00 and $15.00 for each qualifying party. Remember, LP licenses must be renewed annually, unlike mechanical licenses. It is the responsibility of the LP licensee to keep track of the license renewal date.

Please call the Albuquerque LP Gas office at 505-222-9808 and have the one-page trainer application mailed or emailed to you. To qualify as a trainer, you must have certification as either an LP05, LP3S, or LP09. Such certification must have been held for a minimum of two years. The LP gas Bureau Chief will approve or disapprove the trainer application. It will be sent back to the trainer applicant.

The trainer obtains two forms from the LP Gas Bureau. One is the “LP Gas Bureau Certificate of LP09 Training Completion” which documents information about the trainer and trainee. The second is the “Propane Dispensing Training for LP09 Certification” which documents the specific dates and topics of training. The trainer provides at least 40 hours of direct supervised instruction to the trainee, which includes viewing the current edition of the NPGA – Dispensing Propane Safely video. The LP Gas Bureau Chief, upon receipt of the completed forms, will review the documentation. Upon approval, the certificate will be returned along with a form necessary to receive an LP09 license from PSI, our licensing vendor. The certificate may be used as a license for thirty (30) days from date of approval.

An LP gas licensee may request the appropriate inspection request form from the LP Gas Bureau office at 505-222-9808.

Our Form 1 (Record of installation, Test, or Modification) Inspection Requests are $20.00 each. Our Cargo Tank and Equipment Inspection Requests are $45.00 each. Our Bulk Plant or Dispenser Inspection Requests are $45.00 each.

Call the LP Gas office at 505-222-9808, and the inspector’s cell number will be given to you.

Yes, New Mexico has many special events across the state such as state and county fairs, wine festivals, balloon festivals, etc. LP Gas Bureau inspectors check propane gas systems at special events to ensure the public safety. Inspectors check that only approved materials are used in an approved manner, and that there are no leaks. Propane containers of 239# W.C. (100# cylinder) or less require a $15.00 LP Gas Special Event permit. Containers larger than 239# W.C. require a $20.00 LP Gas Special Event permit. Call the LP Gas Bureau at 505-222-9808 to obtain one. 

A LP04 licensee is authorized to install, service, and repair appliances, equipment, and piping for use with LP gas in residences and commercial buildings except mobile homes, RVs, and similar units. The scope of the work for the LP piping is from point of delivery to the final connection of the appliances.

Complete the following:
Modular Third Party Inspector

Letter from 3rd Party Approved Inspector.

Drawings are good per the Modular Plan Review Guide until the code adopted by the State of New Mexico changes.

14.6.7.12 MODULAR PROCEDURES: Any modular structure manufactured in New Mexico, or to be shipped into New Mexico for installation, must comply with the following provisions. A manufacturer can be removed as an approved manufacturer for cause by the director.

A. Plan review:

(1) Two sets of modular structure design plans must be submitted by registered manufacturers and reviewed and approved for code compliance by the division. Plans must include a recommended method of anchoring the modular structure to a foundation. All plan review fees must be paid.

(2) Plans that are non-compliant with currently adopted New Mexico state codes or application requirements shall be rejected by the division.

(3) All deviations from approved plans require written pre-approval from the division and may require the submission of additional design information including revised plans as deemed necessary to make a determination on the approval or rejection.