How much does a demolition permit cost in unincorporated Bernalillo County?

$47.00 for structures up to 1,500 sq ft of floor area (all floors and basements included), plus $10.00 for each additional 500 sq ft or fraction thereof, per Resolution 25-2009, Table 3-A, Item 9.

Demolition Permit in Unincorporated Bernalillo County, New Mexico

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Required for demolition of structures in unincorporated Bernalillo County, per the county's zoning permit matrix and the fee resolution's dedicated demolition fee tier.

Verified 2026-07-02 · Source

$47.00Demolition Permit Fee (up to and including 1,500 sq ft of floor area, all floors and basements)

When you need this permit

Complete or partial demolition of a structure
Demolition of existing buildings requires a permit in all zoning districts (A-1, A-2, R-1, R-2, M-H) per the county's Detailed Property Zone Permit Information matrix

Required documents

Required
Building Permit Application
Standard Bernalillo County Building Permit Application, Demolition option
Required
Utility Disconnect Confirmation
Utilities must be disconnected before demolition

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Demolition Permit Fee (up to and including 1,500 sq ft of floor area, all floors and basements)	$47.00	Resolution 25-2009, Table 3-A, Item 9; each additional 500 sq ft or fraction thereof adds $10.00

Review timeline

~3–10 business days

Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Bernalillo County building department

Inspection process

1
Pre-Demolition
Verify utility disconnects before work begins
2
Final/Site Clear
Site cleared, foundation removed or capped

Tips

The demolition fee is tiered by floor area: $47.00 for up to 1,500 sq ft (including all floors and basements), plus $10.00 for each additional 500 sq ft or fraction thereof.
Call 811 before any excavation associated with demolition to locate underground utilities.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a demolition permit cost in unincorporated Bernalillo County?: $47.00 for structures up to 1,500 sq ft of floor area (all floors and basements included), plus $10.00 for each additional 500 sq ft or fraction thereof, per Resolution 25-2009, Table 3-A, Item 9.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-02.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Unincorporated Bernalillo County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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