City Building Permits
Village of Dora, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Village of Dora, New Mexico. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Dora is a small incorporated village in Roosevelt County with an estimated population of approximately 100 to 200 residents. Given its very small size, the Village of Dora most likely relies on the NM CID for building permit issuance and inspections rather than maintaining an independent building department. Applicants should confirm with the Village of Dora and/or CID Roswell before proceeding. For reference: Roosevelt County (575) 356-8562; NM CID Roswell (575) 637-9580.
- Department
- Village of Dora -- Town/Village Administration
- Address
- Village of Dora, Dora, NM 88115 (Roosevelt County)
Online Permit Portal
Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Contact the Village of Dora via Roosevelt County at (575) 356-8562 or through the NM Municipal League to confirm whether Dora issues its own building permits or defers to NM CID.
- If NM CID handles Dora permits (likely given village size): follow the CID process described in the Unincorporated Roosevelt County section. Submit to CID Roswell: 200 E. Chisum St., Roswell, NM 88201; (575) 637-9580.
- Confirm compliance with Village of Dora local zoning (if any) with village administration.
- Schedule inspections through the issuing authority.
Typical processing time: Not confirmed. Contact CID Roswell or Dora village administration.
General Requirements
NM state codes (2021 IBC/IRC, 2020 NEC, NMAC 14.5 series) apply statewide including Dora.
- Building code
- NM state building codes (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2020 NEC, 2021 UPC, 2021 IMC, and NMAC amendments)
- Owner-builder
- NMAC 14.5.2.18 owner-builder provisions apply.
- Contractor requirements
- NM CID contractor licensing (GB-2, GB-98, EE-98, PB-98, MM-98) required for all work.
Fees
- Payment note
- Not available from public sources for the Village of Dora. NM CID fees apply if CID handles permits.
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Village of Dora -- Town/Village Administration to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- (575) 637-9580 (CID Roswell if CID handles permits) (phone)
Typical inspection sequence: Standard NM inspection sequence applies (foundation, rough MEP, framing, insulation, final). Rural location increases inspector travel time; allow additional scheduling lead time.
Additional Resources
- Building code: NM state building codes (2021 IBC, 2021 IRC, 2020 NEC, 2021 UPC, 2021 IMC, and NMAC amendments)
- Verify contractor license: NM CID License Lookup
- Agricultural exemptions - confirm with CID Roswell
- 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 Dora -- Town/Village Administration before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Village of Dora Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Village of Dora, NM?
- NM state codes (2021 IBC/IRC, 2020 NEC, NMAC 14.5 series) apply statewide including Dora.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Dora, NM?
- 1. Contact the Village of Dora via Roosevelt County at (575) 356-8562 or through the NM Municipal League to confirm whether Dora issues its own building permits or defers to NM CID. 2. If NM CID handles Dora permits (likely given village size): follow the CID process described in the Unincorporated Roosevelt County section. Submit to CID Roswell: 200 E. Chisum St., Roswell, NM 88201; (575) 637-9580. 3. Confirm compliance with Village of Dora local zoning (if any) with village administration. 4. Schedule inspections through the issuing authority.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Dora, NM?
- Typical processing time is Not confirmed. Contact CID Roswell or Dora village administration..
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Dora, NM?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: (575) 637-9580 (CID Roswell if CID handles permits).
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