How do I apply for a building permit in Grants, NM?

1. Determine whether your property is within the City of Grants limits. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 if uncertain. 2. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 before preparing your submittal. Confirm: permit type required, required documents, current fee schedule, and any applicable local zoning requirements (Grants has a Zoning Map and city zoning ordinances). 3. Obtain the applicable permit application form from the Code Enforcement Office (523 W. Santa Fe Ave.) or download from the city website if available. 4. Prepare required documents. 5. Submit completed application and all required documents in person at the Code Enforcement Office at 523 W. Santa Fe Ave. during office hours. 6. Pay plan review fee and applicable permit fee at time of submittal or upon approval (confirm payment timing with the office). 7. Await plan review. Staff will notify applicant of approval or any required corrections. 8. Respond to correction requests and resubmit as required. 9. Receive issued permit. Post permit on job site before construction begins. 10. Schedule inspections with the Code Enforcement Office as required. 11. Pass all required inspections; receive final approval or Certificate of Occupancy.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Grants, NM?

Typical processing time is Not publicly published. Contact (505) 285-3981 for current turnaround times..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Grants, NM?

Inspections can be scheduled via: (505) 285-3981.

City Building Permits

Grants, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Mexico Cibola County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Issues all building, zoning, and property maintenance permits for properties within the incorporated City of Grants limits. Grants is the county seat of Cibola County with a population of approximately 8,880 (2024 estimate). Grants has its own Code Enforcement office and building department and does NOT defer to CID for residential or commercial building permits within city limits.

Department: City of Grants -- Code Enforcement Office
Address: 523 W. Santa Fe Ave., Grants, NM 87020
Phone: (505) 285-3981
Website: https://www.grantsnm.gov/Departments/Code-Enforcement

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Grants Code Enforcement

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Determine whether your property is within the City of Grants limits. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 if uncertain.
Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 before preparing your submittal. Confirm: permit type required, required documents, current fee schedule, and any applicable local zoning requirements (Grants has a Zoning Map and city zoning ordinances).
Obtain the applicable permit application form from the Code Enforcement Office (523 W. Santa Fe Ave.) or download from the city website if available.
Prepare required documents.
Submit completed application and all required documents in person at the Code Enforcement Office at 523 W. Santa Fe Ave. during office hours.
Pay plan review fee and applicable permit fee at time of submittal or upon approval (confirm payment timing with the office).
Await plan review. Staff will notify applicant of approval or any required corrections.
Respond to correction requests and resubmit as required.
Receive issued permit. Post permit on job site before construction begins.
Schedule inspections with the Code Enforcement Office as required.
Pass all required inspections; receive final approval or Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Not publicly published. Contact (505) 285-3981 for current turnaround times.

Source: City of Grants -- Code Enforcement Office

General Requirements

The Code Enforcement Office enforces laws related to zoning, building, and property maintenance, and issues permits that comply with laws and city ordinances. A permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolitions, and changes of use or occupancy within the city limits. Trade work (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) requires separate permits.

Required Documents

Completed permit application form
Site plan showing property lines, setbacks, proposed construction location
Construction drawings for structural or complex projects
Project valuation
Contractor license information (if contractor-pulled; NM CID license required)
Homeowner permit application/affidavit if owner-builder
Zoning compliance confirmation (city zoning map applies within Grants limits)

Permit validity: Not confirmed from public sources. NM standard 180-day commencement rule likely applies. Confirm with the Code Enforcement Office.
Building code: Grants adopts NM statewide codes. The City has a Zoning Map and city-specific zoning ordinances in addition to state building codes. For building construction, 2021 NMRC (IRC-based), 2021 NMCBC (IBC-based), and 2020 NEC apply as enacted by the NM CID. Local zoning regulates setbacks, use classifications, and lot standards within city limits.
Owner-builder: NM state rules under 14.5.2.18 NMAC apply (one homeowner permit per 12-month period, primary residence only, major work must be performed by the homeowner, no HVAC or gas, electrical exam required). Confirm whether Grants has any additional local owner-builder restrictions by calling (505) 285-3981.
Contractor requirements: All contractors must hold a valid NM CID license appropriate to their trade. GB-98 or GB-2 for general building; separate trade licenses for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical.

Fees

Payment note: Fee schedule URL not publicly posted on city website at time of research. Contact Code Enforcement at (505) 285-3981 for current fee schedule. The City of Grants Code Enforcement website pages were not accessible during research (returning 403 Forbidden errors from outside the local network). All fee and detailed process information must be obtained by contacting the office directly.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Grants -- Code Enforcement Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(505) 285-3981 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: The City of Grants Code Enforcement Office enforces city building and property maintenance codes. Expect a standard NM sequence: foundation, rough trades (electrical, plumbing, mechanical), framing, insulation, and final inspection. Confirm the required inspection sequence with the Code Enforcement Officer at time of permit issuance.

Additional Resources

Building code: Grants adopts NM statewide codes. The City has a Zoning Map and city-specific zoning ordinances in addition to state building codes. For building construction, 2021 NMRC (IRC-based), 2021 NMCBC (IBC-based), and 2020 NEC apply as enacted by the NM CID. Local zoning regulates setbacks, use classifications, and lot standards within city limits.
Verify contractor license: NM CID Contractor License Lookup
City Ordinances
License lookup guide: New Mexico Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: New Mexico Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
New Mexico hub: New Mexico Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Grants -- Code Enforcement Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Grants Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Grants, NM?: The Code Enforcement Office enforces laws related to zoning, building, and property maintenance, and issues permits that comply with laws and city ordinances. A permit is required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolitions, and changes of use or occupancy within the city limits. Trade work (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) requires separate permits.
How do I apply for a building permit in Grants, NM?: 1. Determine whether your property is within the City of Grants limits. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 if uncertain. 2. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 before preparing your submittal. Confirm: permit type required, required documents, current fee schedule, and any applicable local zoning requirements (Grants has a Zoning Map and city zoning ordinances). 3. Obtain the applicable permit application form from the Code Enforcement Office (523 W. Santa Fe Ave.) or download from the city website if available. 4. Prepare required documents. 5. Submit completed application and all required documents in person at the Code Enforcement Office at 523 W. Santa Fe Ave. during office hours. 6. Pay plan review fee and applicable permit fee at time of submittal or upon approval (confirm payment timing with the office). 7. Await plan review. Staff will notify applicant of approval or any required corrections. 8. Respond to correction requests and resubmit as required. 9. Receive issued permit. Post permit on job site before construction begins. 10. Schedule inspections with the Code Enforcement Office as required. 11. Pass all required inspections; receive final approval or Certificate of Occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Grants, NM?: Typical processing time is Not publicly published. Contact (505) 285-3981 for current turnaround times..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Grants, NM?: Inspections can be scheduled via: (505) 285-3981.

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