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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Jemez Springs
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.
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
- Exempt Detached accessory structures 120 sq ft or under
- Exempt Fences not exceeding 6 feet in height
- Exempt Platforms, walks, and driveways not more than 30 inches above grade
- Exempt Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar finish work
Note: Contact Village and CID to confirm whether specific work is exempt before starting.
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
- Building code
- NM state codes as enforced by CID. Village has its own approved ordinances.
- Permit validity
- Per NM CID rules (180-day commencement, 13-month maximum).
- Owner-builder
- Per NM CID statewide homeowner permit rules.
- Contractor requirements
- Valid NM state CID contractor license required.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published; contact Village at 575-829-3540.
- 01 Fill out the Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission Building Permit application.
- 02 Prepare site drawings showing distance of proposed structure from property lines and height of proposed structure from ground.
- 03 Submit application and site drawings to the Village at PO Box 269 / 080 Jemez Springs Plaza, or contact 575-829-3540.
- 04 Obtain Floodplain Review and Determination from Village Floodplain Administrator. All applications require this step.
- 05 Village P+Z Commission reviews and approves or denies the local application.
- 06 Once local approval is obtained, submit application to NM CID for state building permit.
- 07 CID processes and issues building permit.
- 08 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 ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Jemez Springs building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
20% of CID building permit fee.
02
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.
03
Reinspection fee
CID rules: $80 first reinspection, $120 subsequent.
Contact Village for local fee payment. CID fees paid at time of permit issuance.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- 505-222-9813 (Albuquerque area) or 877-CID-0979 (phone)
- NM CID Online Inspection Request (online)
- CID.Inspection@state.nm.us (email)
- Inspection hours
- CID field office hours, Monday-Friday
Typical sequence: Foundation, slab/under-floor, framing, final (per CID).
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Jemez Springs permits
01 Do I need a building permit in 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.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Jemez Springs, NM? ▸
Building permit fees in Jemez Springs, NM are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. 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..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Jemez Springs, NM? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Jemez Springs, NM, follow these steps: 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.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Jemez Springs, NM? ▸
Building permit processing times in Jemez Springs, NM typically run Not published; contact Village at 575-829-3540.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Jemez Springs, NM? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in 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. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Jemez Springs, NM? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Jemez Springs, NM via: 505-222-9813 (Albuquerque area) or 877-CID-0979, NM CID Online Inspection Request, CID.Inspection@state.nm.us.
last verified April 2026
source Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission ↗
entry id permits/new-mexico/sandoval/jemez-springs
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Village of Jemez Springs Planning and Zoning Commission before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.