City of Grants

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.

Note: Standard NM statewide exemptions from 14.5.2.9 NMAC apply as the floor. The city may have adopted additional local exemptions or additional permit requirements through local ordinance. The City of Grants maintains a Zoning Map and city-specific ordinances. Setback, use, and lot coverage requirements differ from unincorporated Cibola County (which has no zoning). Zoning compliance must be verified before applying for a building permit within the city.

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.

Permit validity

Not confirmed from public sources. NM standard 180-day commencement rule likely applies. Confirm with the Code Enforcement Office.

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.

1. 01
   Determine whether your property is within the City of Grants limits. Contact the Code Enforcement Office at (505) 285-3981 if uncertain.
2. 02
   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. 03
   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. 04
   Prepare required documents.
5. 05
   Submit completed application and all required documents in person at the Code Enforcement Office at 523 W. Santa Fe Ave. during office hours.
6. 06
   Pay plan review fee and applicable permit fee at time of submittal or upon approval (confirm payment timing with the office).
7. 07
   Await plan review. Staff will notify applicant of approval or any required corrections.
8. 08
   Respond to correction requests and resubmit as required.
9. 09
   Receive issued permit. Post permit on job site before construction begins.
10. 10
    Schedule inspections with the Code Enforcement Office as required.
11. 11
    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 ↗

• (505) 285-3981 (phone)

Typical 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.