County permits

Lea County

Lea County issues permits only for unincorporated areas. Inside an incorporated city? Pick the city below — its building department handles your permit.

§ 01 Unincorporated

Unincorporated Lea County.

If your property isn't inside an incorporated city, the county permit office handles your application directly.

Permit authority: State of New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID), Regulation and Licensing Department
Website: NM CID Apply for a Permit ↗
Online portal: NM CID Apply for a Permit ↗
Phone: (575) 524-6320
Address: Las Cruces office: 505 S. Main, Suite 118, Las Cruces, NM 88004

Full unincorporated Lea County permit guide →

§ 02 Jurisdictions

Cities in Lea County

Click any city for its full permit guide — authority, fees, application steps, inspections, and exempt work.

§ 03 County navigation

Information last verified for Lea County, New Mexico. Permit rules and fees change frequently — verify current requirements with the issuing department before applying. Jaspector is an educational reference, not legal advice.