How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Carrizozo, NM?

1. Contact Village Hall at 575-648-2588 to confirm permit requirements. 2. Obtain application form from Village Hall; assemble required documents. 3. Submit in person at 121 Central Avenue with applicable fee. 4. Permit issued after review; post at job site. 5. Schedule inspections through Village Hall; trade inspections via NM CID. 6. Certificate of Completion after final inspection; NM CID Certificate of Occupancy follows.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Carrizozo, NM?

Typical processing time is Not published; contact Village Hall..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Carrizozo, NM?

Inspections can be scheduled via: 575-648-2588. Contact Village Hall for scheduling details..

City Building Permits

Village of Carrizozo, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Mexico Lincoln County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Carrizozo is the county seat of Lincoln County, located at approximately 5,427 ft elevation on the eastern edge of the Tularosa Basin. Despite being the county seat, Carrizozo is a small municipality (population approximately 900). The Lincoln County Building Department (also in Carrizozo) handles unincorporated county permits. The Village of Carrizozo handles building permits within its own incorporated limits separately.

Department: Village of Carrizozo -- Building / Planning and Zoning
Address: 121 Central Avenue, Carrizozo, NM 88301 (Village Hall)
Phone: 575-648-2588
Website: https://www.villageofcarrizozo.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Village of Carrizozo Website

Platform: Village of Carrizozo website • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Contact Village Hall at 575-648-2588 to confirm permit requirements.
Obtain application form from Village Hall; assemble required documents.
Submit in person at 121 Central Avenue with applicable fee.
Permit issued after review; post at job site.
Schedule inspections through Village Hall; trade inspections via NM CID.
Certificate of Completion after final inspection; NM CID Certificate of Occupancy follows.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact Village Hall.

General Requirements

All new construction, additions, structural alterations, and manufactured home placements within incorporated Village limits require permits.

Required Documents

Completed application
Site plan
Construction drawings
Contractor CID license or owner-builder affidavit

Building code: NM state codes as LEA (2021 NM Residential/Commercial Building Code, 2020 NM Electrical Code); confirm with Village Hall.
Owner-builder: NM CID 14.5.2.18 NMAC rules apply.
Contractor requirements: NM CID license required.

Fees

Payment note: Contact Village Hall at 575-648-2588 for current fees. Trade permits: NM CID Roswell District Office, 575-624-6070.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Carrizozo -- Building / Planning and Zoning to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

575-648-2588 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact Village Hall for scheduling details.
Inspection hours: Monday - Friday business hours

Typical inspection sequence: Standard NM LEA inspection sequence applies. Trade inspections via NM CID at 575-624-6070.

Additional Resources

Building code: NM state codes as LEA (2021 NM Residential/Commercial Building Code, 2020 NM Electrical Code); confirm with Village Hall.
Verify contractor license: NM CID Contractor Licensing
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 Village of Carrizozo -- Building / Planning and Zoning before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Carrizozo Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Carrizozo, NM?: All new construction, additions, structural alterations, and manufactured home placements within incorporated Village limits require permits.
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Carrizozo, NM?: 1. Contact Village Hall at 575-648-2588 to confirm permit requirements. 2. Obtain application form from Village Hall; assemble required documents. 3. Submit in person at 121 Central Avenue with applicable fee. 4. Permit issued after review; post at job site. 5. Schedule inspections through Village Hall; trade inspections via NM CID. 6. Certificate of Completion after final inspection; NM CID Certificate of Occupancy follows.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Carrizozo, NM?: Typical processing time is Not published; contact Village Hall..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Carrizozo, NM?: Inspections can be scheduled via: 575-648-2588. Contact Village Hall for scheduling details..

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