How much does a building permit cost in Village of Manzano, NM?

Fees are calculated as: Village fees: Not published; confirm with village or Torrance County. CID fees: Statewide formula ($3.00 per $1,000 first $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 above; plan review = 20% of permit fee).. Plan check fee: CID plan review fee: 20% of building permit fee..

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

1. Determine whether the parcel is within the Village of Manzano incorporated limits or in unincorporated Torrance County. Given Manzano's very small size, the distinction may not be obvious; confirm with Torrance County Planning & Zoning at (505) 544-4393. 2. Confirm whether Manzano has an active village government and zoning ordinance; contact county for guidance if village is unresponsive. 3. For parcels near Cibola National Forest or Manzano Mountains State Park, verify that no federal or state land-use permits are required in addition to state and local permits (e.g., USDA Forest Service right-of-way, easement, or access permit). 4. Apply for CID building permit at the Albuquerque Regional Office. 5. Pay CID fees; receive permit; post at job site. 6. Schedule CID inspections. CID CO upon final inspection.

What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Manzano, NM?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions: May apply for qualifying structures; confirm with CID..

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: CID Albuquerque Regional Office: (505) 222-9800.

City Building Permits

Village of Manzano, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Mexico Torrance County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Manzano is a very small, historically significant village in the Manzano Mountains at the western edge of Torrance County. It lies near the Cibola National Forest boundary and the Manzano Mountains State Park. Its proximity to federal and state forest land creates additional regulatory layers for construction and land use, including possible forest service coordination for access and watershed protection. Local permitting infrastructure is minimal; CID handles structural permits.

Department: Village of Manzano -- Village Office
Address: Manzano, NM 87053 (Torrance County, in the Manzano Mountains area adjacent to Cibola National Forest)

Application Process

Determine whether the parcel is within the Village of Manzano incorporated limits or in unincorporated Torrance County. Given Manzano's very small size, the distinction may not be obvious; confirm with Torrance County Planning & Zoning at (505) 544-4393.
Confirm whether Manzano has an active village government and zoning ordinance; contact county for guidance if village is unresponsive.
For parcels near Cibola National Forest or Manzano Mountains State Park, verify that no federal or state land-use permits are required in addition to state and local permits (e.g., USDA Forest Service right-of-way, easement, or access permit).
Apply for CID building permit at the Albuquerque Regional Office.
Pay CID fees; receive permit; post at job site.
Schedule CID inspections. CID CO upon final inspection.

General Requirements

Statewide CID building code requirements apply.

Required Documents

CID application, construction plans, energy compliance, contractor or owner-builder information
For WUI areas: Chapter 7A materials documentation may be required

Building code: NMAC Title 14 codes apply. Wildland-Urban Interface consideration: Manzano's location at the forest edge means WUI fire code requirements (ignition-resistant construction, defensible space) may apply. Verify with CID and local fire authority.
Owner-builder: Owner-builder: NMAC 14.5.2.18 provisions apply.

Fees

Plan check fee: CID plan review fee: 20% of building permit fee.
Permit fee formula: Village fees: Not published; confirm with village or Torrance County. CID fees: Statewide formula ($3.00 per $1,000 first $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 above; plan review = 20% of permit fee).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Manzano -- Village Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

CID Albuquerque Regional Office: (505) 222-9800 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: CID Albuquerque Regional Office: (505) 222-9800. Standard inspection sequence. NMED conducts septic inspections independently. CO issued by CID after final inspection.

Additional Resources

Building code: NMAC Title 14 codes apply. Wildland-Urban Interface consideration: Manzano's location at the forest edge means WUI fire code requirements (ignition-resistant construction, defensible space) may apply. Verify with CID and local fire authority.
Verify contractor license: RLD License Lookup
NM Historic Preservation Division
NM State Forestry Division
NMED Onsite Wastewater Bureau
NMED Septic Permit Application
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 Manzano -- Village Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Manzano Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Manzano, NM?: Statewide CID building code requirements apply.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Manzano, NM?: Fees are calculated as: Village fees: Not published; confirm with village or Torrance County. CID fees: Statewide formula ($3.00 per $1,000 first $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 above; plan review = 20% of permit fee).. Plan check fee: CID plan review fee: 20% of building permit fee..
How do I apply for a building permit in Village of Manzano, NM?: 1. Determine whether the parcel is within the Village of Manzano incorporated limits or in unincorporated Torrance County. Given Manzano's very small size, the distinction may not be obvious; confirm with Torrance County Planning & Zoning at (505) 544-4393. 2. Confirm whether Manzano has an active village government and zoning ordinance; contact county for guidance if village is unresponsive. 3. For parcels near Cibola National Forest or Manzano Mountains State Park, verify that no federal or state land-use permits are required in addition to state and local permits (e.g., USDA Forest Service right-of-way, easement, or access permit). 4. Apply for CID building permit at the Albuquerque Regional Office. 5. Pay CID fees; receive permit; post at job site. 6. Schedule CID inspections. CID CO upon final inspection.
What work is exempt from building permits in Village of Manzano, NM?: The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions: May apply for qualifying structures; confirm with CID..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Manzano, NM?: Inspections can be scheduled via: CID Albuquerque Regional Office: (505) 222-9800.

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