City Building Permits

Village of Willard, NM - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

New Mexico Torrance County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Willard is a small incorporated village in Torrance County (population approximately 150-200), one of the historic agricultural centers of the Estancia Valley. Building permits for structural construction in Willard are issued by the state CID. Local zoning authority retained by the village or potentially delegated informally to the county. Confirm applicable process directly with Willard Village Office and/or CID Albuquerque.

Department
Village of Willard -- Town/Village Office
Address
Village of Willard, Torrance County, NM 87001

Application Process

  1. Contact the Willard Village Office (call Torrance County Planning & Zoning at 505-544-4393 for referral if direct contact is not available) to determine the current permit process for construction within village limits.
  2. If the village maintains its own zoning ordinance, obtain zoning approval from the village before proceeding to CID.
  3. Proceed to CID Albuquerque (5500 San Antonio Dr. NE, Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87109; 505-222-9800) to apply for the structural building permit. Bring required documents.
  4. Pay CID fees; receive permit; post at job site.
  5. Schedule and complete CID inspections.
  6. CID issues Certificate of Occupancy.

Typical processing time: Difficult to estimate given minimal available data. CID plan review: 10-30 days baseline. Village step: indeterminate; contact directly. Budget extra time due to Willard's very small size and limited local staff capacity.

Source: Village of Willard -- Town/Village Office

General Requirements

Statewide CID threshold: structures over 120 sq. ft.; all trade work. Village zoning approval may also be required.

Required Documents

  • CID application, construction plans, contractor info or owner-builder application, energy compliance docs
  • Local zoning approval documentation if village requires it
Permit validity
CID permits expire if work does not commence within 180 days or is abandoned for 180 days.
Building code
NMAC Title 14 statewide codes apply.
Owner-builder
NMAC 14.5.2.18 provisions apply statewide.
Contractor requirements
Contractors must hold current RLD licenses.

Fees

Plan check fee
CID plan review fee: 20% of building permit fee.
Permit fee formula
Village fees: No published fee schedule identified online. Contact Willard Village Office or Torrance County Planning & Zoning. CID fees: $3.00 per $1,000 first $15,000; $1.00 per $1,000 above; plan review = 20% of permit fee.
Trade permit fee
Contact CID at (505) 222-9800.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Village of Willard -- Town/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)
Scheduling deadline
Minimum 48-hour advance notice.

Typical inspection sequence: CID Albuquerque Regional Office conducts all required inspections. Standard inspection sequence applies (footing, slab, framing, rough trades, final trades, final building). Certificate of Occupancy issued by CID upon final inspection approval.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Village of Willard -- Town/Village Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Village of Willard Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Village of Willard, NM?
Statewide CID threshold: structures over 120 sq. ft.; all trade work. Village zoning approval may also be required.
How much does a building permit cost in Village of Willard, NM?
Fees are calculated as: Village fees: No published fee schedule identified online. Contact Willard Village Office or Torrance County Planning & Zoning. CID fees: $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 Willard, NM?
1. Contact the Willard Village Office (call Torrance County Planning & Zoning at 505-544-4393 for referral if direct contact is not available) to determine the current permit process for construction within village limits. 2. If the village maintains its own zoning ordinance, obtain zoning approval from the village before proceeding to CID. 3. Proceed to CID Albuquerque (5500 San Antonio Dr. NE, Suite F, Albuquerque, NM 87109; 505-222-9800) to apply for the structural building permit. Bring required documents. 4. Pay CID fees; receive permit; post at job site. 5. Schedule and complete CID inspections. 6. CID issues Certificate of Occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Village of Willard, NM?
Typical processing time is Difficult to estimate given minimal available data. CID plan review: 10-30 days baseline. Village step: indeterminate; contact directly. Budget extra time due to Willard's very small size and limited local staff capacity..
How do I schedule a building inspection in Village of Willard, NM?
Inspections can be scheduled via: CID Albuquerque Regional Office: (505) 222-9800. Minimum 48-hour advance notice..

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