City Building Permits

Village of Jemez Springs, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Mexico Sandoval County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

The Village of Jemez Springs does not issue building permits directly. Erecting, moving, adding to, or structurally altering a building within village limits requires a building permit from NM CID. The first step is completing the Village Planning and Zoning Commission Building Permit application. All projects also require a Floodplain Review and Determination from the Village Floodplain Administrator.

Department
Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission
Address
080 Jemez Springs Plaza, Jemez Springs, NM 87025
Phone
575-829-3540
Website
https://www.jemezsprings-nm.gov/permits-and-zoning-actions/

Online Permit Portal

Open NM RLD Construction Industries Division

Platform: NM RLD/CID Portal • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Fill out the Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission Building Permit application.
  2. Prepare site drawings showing distance of proposed structure from property lines and height of proposed structure from ground.
  3. Submit application and site drawings to the Village at PO Box 269 / 080 Jemez Springs Plaza, or contact 575-829-3540.
  4. Obtain Floodplain Review and Determination from Village Floodplain Administrator. All applications require this step.
  5. Village P+Z Commission reviews and approves or denies the local application.
  6. Once local approval is obtained, submit application to NM CID for state building permit.
  7. CID processes and issues building permit.
  8. CID handles all building inspections.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact Village at 575-829-3540.

Source: Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission

General Requirements

Any erection, moving, addition, or structural alteration of a building within Village limits requires a CID building permit. Contact CID at 505-476-4700 for clarification on whether specific work requires a permit.

Required Documents

  • Village of Jemez Springs P+Z Building Permit application
  • Site drawings (distance from property lines, height from ground)
  • Floodplain Review and Determination from Village Floodplain Administrator
  • Full CID application package (per CID requirements for plans and documents)
  • Formal engineering/architectural drawings may be required by CID or Floodplain Administrator even if Village accepts handwritten site drawings
Permit validity
Per NM CID rules (180-day commencement, 13-month maximum).
Building code
NM state codes as enforced by CID. Village has its own approved ordinances.
Owner-builder
Per NM CID statewide homeowner permit rules.
Contractor requirements
Valid NM state CID contractor license required.

Fees

Plan check fee
20% of CID building permit fee.
Permit fee formula
CID permit fee: $3.00 per $1,000 up to $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 over $15,000. Local village fee unknown.
Reinspection fee
CID rules: $80 first reinspection, $120 subsequent.
Payment note
Contact Village for local fee payment. CID fees paid at time of permit issuance.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Detached accessory structures 120 sq ft or under
  • Fences not exceeding 6 feet in height
  • Platforms, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade
  • Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work

Important: Contact Village and CID to confirm whether specific work is exempt before starting.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
CID field office hours, Monday-Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, slab/under-floor, framing, final (per CID).

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Jemez Springs Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
Any erection, moving, addition, or structural alteration of a building within Village limits requires a CID building permit. Contact CID at 505-476-4700 for clarification on whether specific work requires a permit.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
Fees are calculated as: CID permit fee: $3.00 per $1,000 up to $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 over $15,000. Local village fee unknown.. Plan check fee: 20% of CID building permit fee..
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
1. Fill out the Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission Building Permit application. 2. Prepare site drawings showing distance of proposed structure from property lines and height of proposed structure from ground. 3. Submit application and site drawings to the Village at PO Box 269 / 080 Jemez Springs Plaza, or contact 575-829-3540. 4. Obtain Floodplain Review and Determination from Village Floodplain Administrator. All applications require this step. 5. Village P+Z Commission reviews and approves or denies the local application. 6. Once local approval is obtained, submit application to NM CID for state building permit. 7. CID processes and issues building permit. 8. CID handles all building inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact Village at 575-829-3540..
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
The following work is generally exempt: Detached accessory structures 120 sq ft or under; Fences not exceeding 6 feet in height; Platforms, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade; Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work. Note: Contact Village and CID to confirm whether specific work is exempt before starting.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Jemez Springs, NM?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 505-222-9813 (Albuquerque area) or 877-CID-0979, NM CID Online Inspection Request, CID.Inspection@state.nm.us.

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