Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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Permit authority

Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque -- Planning and Zoning

Street address

6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107

Phone

(505) 344-6582

info@losranchosnm.gov

Coverage

Issues building permits for all properties within the Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque limits only. Los Ranchos is a small, primarily residential village of approximately 6,000 residents bordered by Albuquerque to the south and east. The village is known for large lots, horses, and historic adobe properties -- permit requirements may reflect this character.

Online portal

Village Forms

Paper/PDF-based (no online portal)

Website

Department website

Additional resources

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When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Los Ranchos de Albuquerque

Required for new construction, additions, demolitions, pools, re-roofs, fences (likely above a threshold), solar panels, excavation/barricade work, commercial signs, and other structural work. The Village issues permits for: Building Permits, Commercial Business Licenses, Demolition, Excavation/Barricade, Fence, Parcel Permit, Pool, Re-Roof, Commercial Sign, and Solar Panel permits.

Scope of work

Permit?

Common statewide exemptions likely apply (e.g., minor repairs, small accessory structures under 120 sq ft, painting/finish work)

Exempt

Exempt Common statewide exemptions likely apply (e.g., minor repairs, small accessory structures under 120 sq ft, painting/finish work)

Note: Not published in detail on Village website. Confirm specific exemptions with the Village Planning and Zoning office.

Required documents

Completed permit application (type depends on project)
Two (2) complete sets of construction plans
Site plan showing property lines, setbacks, existing structures, and proposed work
Contractor license information (if contractor-pulled)
Owner information and affidavit (if owner-builder)
Additional documents per project type (e.g., pool specs, solar panel specs)

Building code: Not explicitly listed on Village website. New Mexico state codes (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, NMAC amendments) are the floor statewide; the Village may adopt additional local amendments. Confirm with the Village office.
Permit validity: Not confirmed from public sources. Contact Village at (505) 344-6582 for current policy.
Owner-builder: Not detailed on public website. Contact the Village to confirm whether homeowners may pull their own permits and any associated restrictions.
Contractor requirements: Contractors must hold valid New Mexico CID licenses appropriate to the work being performed (GB-98 or GB-02 for general construction; trade licenses for electrical, plumbing, mechanical).

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Application process

Typical processing: Not publicly stated. Contact (505) 344-6582 for current turnaround.

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Contact Michelle Austin at the Village office (505) 344-6582 before submitting; provide the property address, approximate square footage to be added, and proposed use (garage, main house, guest house, etc.) so the correct permit type is identified. There are two different types of residential building permits.
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Download the applicable permit application form from https://www.losranchosnm.gov/forms or https://www.losranchosnm.gov/forms-1
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Prepare two (2) complete sets of construction plans and a completed application.
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Deliver both plan sets and the application to the Village office at 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW during office hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon-Fri), or use the after-hours drop box.
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Village staff reviews plans for compliance with local zoning and building codes.
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Respond to any plan review comments and resubmit corrected plans if required.
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Pay permit fee (cash, check, or credit card -- Visa/MC/Discover accepted in person; no American Express; no phone payments).
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Receive issued permit; post on job site.
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Schedule required inspections with the Village office.
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Pass all inspections; receive Certificate of Occupancy or final approval.

Typical processing time: Not publicly stated. Contact (505) 344-6582 for current turnaround.

Source: Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque -- Planning and Zoning ↗

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Fee schedule

Los Ranchos de Albuquerque building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Not confirmed from public sources.

Permit fee formula

Not confirmed from public sources. Likely valuation-based or flat fee by permit type; confirm with Village office.

Reinspection fee

Not confirmed from public sources.

Cash, check, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover) accepted in person at the Village office. American Express not accepted. No credit card payments by phone. No online payment portal.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(505) 344-6582 (phone)
info@losranchosnm.gov (email)

Inspection hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday

Typical sequence: Not published in detail. Standard sequence likely includes foundation, framing, rough trades (electrical/plumbing/mechanical), insulation, and final. Confirm required inspections with Village office at time of permit issuance.

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Frequently asked

Common questions about Los Ranchos de Albuquerque permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

Building permit fees in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Not confirmed from public sources. Likely valuation-based or flat fee by permit type; confirm with Village office.. Plan check fee: Not confirmed from public sources..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM, follow these steps: 1. Contact Michelle Austin at the Village office (505) 344-6582 before submitting; provide the property address, approximate square footage to be added, and proposed use (garage, main house, guest house, etc.) so the correct permit type is identified. There are two different types of residential building permits. 2. Download the applicable permit application form from https://www.losranchosnm.gov/forms or https://www.losranchosnm.gov/forms-1 3. Prepare two (2) complete sets of construction plans and a completed application. 4. Deliver both plan sets and the application to the Village office at 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW during office hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Mon-Fri), or use the after-hours drop box. 5. Village staff reviews plans for compliance with local zoning and building codes. 6. Respond to any plan review comments and resubmit corrected plans if required. 7. Pay permit fee (cash, check, or credit card -- Visa/MC/Discover accepted in person; no American Express; no phone payments). 8. Receive issued permit; post on job site. 9. Schedule required inspections with the Village office. 10. Pass all inspections; receive Certificate of Occupancy or final approval.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

Building permit processing times in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM typically run Not publicly stated. Contact (505) 344-6582 for current turnaround.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM. The following work is generally exempt: Common statewide exemptions likely apply (e.g., minor repairs, small accessory structures under 120 sq ft, painting/finish work). Note: Not published in detail on Village website. Confirm specific exemptions with the Village Planning and Zoning office. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM via: (505) 344-6582, info@losranchosnm.gov.

last verified April 2026 source Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque -- Planning and Zoning ↗ entry id permits/new-mexico/bernalillo/los-ranchos-de-albuquerque

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque -- Planning and Zoning before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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