City Building Permits

Town of Hagerman, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Hagerman, New Mexico. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

New Mexico Chaves County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Building permits for properties within Hagerman town limits. Hagerman (population approximately 1,100 to 1,200) is a small agricultural community on US-285, approximately 33 miles south of Roswell. Given the town's limited administrative capacity, the NM CID Roswell regional office is likely the practical permitting authority. Confirm with the town before assuming CID or vice versa.

Department
Town of Hagerman -- Town Clerk / Administration
Address
108 N. 4th St., Hagerman, NM 88232
Phone
(575) 752-6221
Website
https://www.hagermannah.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Hagerman

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Call Hagerman Town Hall at (575) 752-6221 to determine: (a) does the town issue its own building permits? (b) or does the NM CID handle permits for Hagerman?
  2. Follow the applicable process (town or CID) per the guidance established by step 1.
  3. For CID process, see the Unincorporated Chaves County section and contact the CID Roswell regional office at (575) 624-6060.
  4. Confirm any local zoning or land use requirements with the town.
  5. Submit application, pay fees, and proceed with construction after permit issuance.
  6. Schedule and pass required inspections.

Typical processing time: Unknown; confirm with town or CID.

Source: Town of Hagerman -- Town Clerk / Administration

General Requirements

New construction, additions, alterations, trade work require permits. Standard NM requirements apply per CID or local ordinance.

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application (town or CID depending on authority)
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
  • Contractor license information
Permit validity
Per NM state rule (14.5.2 NMAC), 180 days from issuance without commencement; extension available by request.
Building code
NM statewide codes apply (2021 NMRBC, NMCBC, 2020 NEC, etc.). Hagerman-specific code amendments, if any, are not confirmed from public sources.
Owner-builder
NM state owner-builder rules (14.5.2.18 NMAC) apply.
Contractor requirements
NM CID licenses required. GB-2 (residential), GB-98 (commercial), specialty trade licenses.

Fees

Payment note
Contact town at (575) 752-6221 or NM CID at https://www.rld.nm.gov/construction-industries/forms-and-applications/fees/ depending on which authority issues permits.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Hagerman -- Town Clerk / Administration to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Town Hall at (575) 752-6221 or NM CID Roswell at (575) 624-6060 (phone)
Inspection hours
Town Hall business hours (confirm) or CID standard business hours

Typical inspection sequence: Standard NM inspection sequence (see Unincorporated County section). Foundation, rough, framing, insulation, final. Confirm required inspections at time of permit issuance.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Hagerman -- Town Clerk / Administration before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Hagerman Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Hagerman, NM?
New construction, additions, alterations, trade work require permits. Standard NM requirements apply per CID or local ordinance.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Hagerman, NM?
1. Call Hagerman Town Hall at (575) 752-6221 to determine: (a) does the town issue its own building permits? (b) or does the NM CID handle permits for Hagerman? 2. Follow the applicable process (town or CID) per the guidance established by step 1. 3. For CID process, see the Unincorporated Chaves County section and contact the CID Roswell regional office at (575) 624-6060. 4. Confirm any local zoning or land use requirements with the town. 5. Submit application, pay fees, and proceed with construction after permit issuance. 6. Schedule and pass required inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Hagerman, NM?
Typical processing time is Unknown; confirm with town or CID..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Hagerman, NM?
The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions apply as elsewhere in Chaves County. Note: All Hagerman-specific requirements are thin data. Direct contact required with the town or NM CID.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Hagerman, NM?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Town Hall at (575) 752-6221 or NM CID Roswell at (575) 624-6060.

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