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Deming building permits
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Codes adopted
Statewide minimum construction standards for New Mexico are set and enforced by the Construction Industries Division (CID) of the NM Regulation and Licensing Department. In municipalities and counties without their own full-service building department employing a full-time certified building official (an 'authority having jurisdiction' per N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.1.7), CID itself is the direct permitting, plan-review, and inspection authority. The City of Deming's own General Building Application — posted by the City at cityofdeming.org — is itself the State of New Mexico CID 'Multi Purpose State Building Application,' confirming permits within Deming city limits are issued directly by CID's Las Cruces field office, not by a City of Deming building department. Source: City of Deming 'GENERAL BUILDING APPLICATION 2022' (state CID form hosted on the City's own site), and NM RLD Construction Industries Division homepageThe City of Deming's own Municipal Code (Title 11, Chapter 1, adopted by Ord. 1192, 11-5-2009) still references a 'city building inspector' and incorporates by reference the 2006-vintage New Mexico commercial/residential/plumbing/mechanical/electrical/energy/existing-building codes and the 2006 IBC Appendix H (signs) — this text has not been updated since 2009 and is superseded in practice by (a) CID's current statewide code cycle and (b) the City's own current-year CID-form-based application process; it is retained here only as the on-the-books local reference. Source: Deming Municipal Code 11-1-1 (Adoption Of Building Codes), amlegal.com2021 New Mexico Commercial Building Code (based on the 2021 IBC) — NMAC 14.7.2, effective per CID's current adoption cycle2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (based on the 2021 IRC) — NMAC 14.7.32021 New Mexico Residential Energy Conservation Code — NMAC 14.7.6 (effective 7/30/2024)2021 New Mexico Commercial Energy Code — NMAC 14.7.9 (effective 7/30/2024)2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code — NMAC 14.7.72021 New Mexico Plumbing Code — NMAC 14.8.22021 New Mexico Mechanical Code — NMAC 14.9.22012 New Mexico Solar Energy Code — NMAC 14.9.62020 New Mexico Electrical Code (based on the 2020 NEC) — NMAC 14.10.42012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code — NMAC 14.10.5Deming Municipal Code Title 11, Chapter 4 (Flood Damage Prevention), adopted under statutory authorization referenced at 11-4-1, is administered locally by the City Engineer acting as Floodplain Administrator — this is a City of Deming-issued permit distinct from, and a practical prerequisite to, the CID building permit for any development in a mapped special flood hazard area. Source: Deming Municipal Code 11-4-4 (Administration)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction within Deming city limits. The building permit itself is issued by the New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID), using the statewide Multi Purpose State Building Application — the same form the City of Deming hosts on its own website as the 'General Building Application.' The City of Deming separately collects its own general permit fee (Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A) and, where the property lies in a mapped special flood hazard area, requires a City floodplain development permit from the City Engineer (Floodplain Administrator) as a practical prerequisite.
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Requirements
- Complete the Multi Purpose State Building Application (State of New Mexico CID form), checking 'Residential' and the appropriate Scope of Work box (General Building/Foundation/Roofing/Demolition)
- Provide General Builder name and NM CID license number, permit contact information for property owner, contractor, and design professional
- Specify type of construction (I-V, A, B), occupancy group (R-3/S-2/U for residential), valuation, total square footage, and energy-compliance path (prescriptive/trade-off/performance)
- Pay the City of Deming's local general permit fee at time of application per Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A (minimum $10.00, scaling with valuation) — the $10.00 residential minimum includes the homeowners' responsibilities form
- If the property is within a mapped special flood hazard area, obtain a City of Deming floodplain development permit from the Floodplain Administrator (City Engineer) before or alongside the CID submittal, per Deming Municipal Code 11-4-4.C
- Submit the completed application to the CID Las Cruces field office (serving Luna County/Deming) for plan review, permit issuance, and inspections
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application ('General Building Application')State of New Mexico CID application form, hosted directly by the City of Deming as 'GENERAL BUILDING APPLICATION 2022' at cityofdeming.org
- OptionalFloodplain Development Permit ApplicationCity of Deming form (furnished by the Floodplain Administrator/City Engineer per Municipal Code 11-4-4.C) required only for development within a mapped special flood hazard area; requires plans showing location, dimensions, and elevation of proposed structures relative to the flood hazard area
- RequiredHomeowners' Responsibilities FormCompleted as part of the $10.00 minimum City general permit fee on residential projects per Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A (Ord. 1052, 12-10-2001); collected by the City of Deming, separate from any CID fee |
| State CID Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Calculated by CID based on project valuation/type of construction; applicants are directed to contact a CID office (Las Cruces 575-524-6320) before mailing an application | NM RLD Construction Industries Forms and Applications: Fees page — CID does not publish a flat valuation table; fee is calculated per application by CID staff |
| City of Deming — Double Fee (work started without a permit) | Twice the usual permit and inspection fees | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.D |
Residential Addition / Alteration Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, alterations, and repairs to existing single-family residences in Deming. Follows the same CID-issued Multi Purpose State Building Application process as new construction, with the City of Deming's local general permit fee (11-1-3.A) and floodplain prerequisite applying identically.
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Requirements
- Complete the Multi Purpose State Building Application, checking 'Residential' and the appropriate Scope of Work (General Building for most additions/alterations)
- Provide description of work to be performed, valuation, total square footage of the affected area, and type of construction
- Pay the City of Deming general permit fee per 11-1-3.A at time of submission (minimum $10.00, scaling with valuation)
- If the addition affects a property within a mapped flood hazard area, coordinate with the City Floodplain Administrator before CID submittal
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building ApplicationState of New Mexico CID application form (City of Deming's 'General Building Application')
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A |
| State CID Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Calculated by CID based on project valuation; contact CID Las Cruces (575-524-6320) for the fee before mailing an application | NM RLD Construction Industries Forms and Applications: Fees page |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, and repair work in Deming. Issued directly by CID under the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC, NMAC 14.10.4); CID's statewide amperage-based fee table applies uniformly since CID is the direct enforcing authority for Deming.
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Requirements
- All electrical work must comply with the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code, NMAC 14.10.4
- Permit issued by CID (Las Cruces field office serves Luna County/Deming), not the City of Deming
- A homeowner may apply for a homeowner's electrical permit for their own primary residence by submitting plans/drawings showing the electrical equipment and panel schedule, then passing CID's homeowner electrical exam with a minimum score of 75% (N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18(N)); work under the homeowner permit may only be performed by the permittee personally
- All other electrical work must be performed by a New Mexico CID-licensed electrical contractor
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application / Electrical Permit ApplicationSubmitted to CID (Las Cruces office)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential — 100 Amp Service/Panel and Below | $45 | NM RLD Construction Industries Division, Forms and Applications: Fees page (Electrical — Residential fee table) |
| Residential — Over 100 Amp thru 200 Amp | $72 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Residential — Over 200 Amp thru 320 Amp | $99 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Residential — Over 320 Amp thru 400 Amp | $225 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Residential — Over 400 Amp | $360 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Temporary Power Pole | $27 | NM RLD CID Fees page (Electrical — Other) |
| Mobile Home Service | $27 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Service Change Only / No Outlets | $27 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
| Reinspection Fee | $80 | NM RLD CID Fees page |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, and repair work in Deming, including water heater replacement. Issued directly by CID under the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (NMAC 14.8.2). The per-fixture fee schedule is identical to the one the City of Deming itself codified by reference into Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.
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Requirements
- All plumbing work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code, NMAC 14.8.2
- Permit issued by CID; a homeowner may apply for a homeowner's plumbing permit for their own primary residence by demonstrating sufficient knowledge to the CID inspector, potentially including a written exam with a minimum passing score of 75% (N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18(M))
- All other plumbing work must be performed by a New Mexico CID-licensed plumbing contractor
- Water heater replacement/installation requires a plumbing permit (billed as 'Each Water Heater' at $4.00 on the per-fixture fee schedule)
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application / Plumbing Permit ApplicationSubmitted to CID (Las Cruces office serves Luna County/Deming)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee for Any Inspection | $37.50 | NM RLD CID Fees page (Mechanical/Plumbing fee table); identical figure codified by the City of Deming at Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.1 |
| Each Plumbing Fixture, Including Backflow Protection | $4.00 | NM RLD CID Fees page; Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.2 |
| Each Water Distribution System | $4.00 | NM RLD CID Fees page; Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.3 |
| Each Building Sewer | $4.00 | NM RLD CID Fees page; Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.4 |
| Each Water Heater | $4.00 | NM RLD CID Fees page; Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.5 |
| Each Water Conditioner | $6.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.6 (locally codified copy of the NMAC 14.5.5.13 schedule) |
| Each Vacuum Breaker or Backflow Device (not integral to a fixture) | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.9 |
| Each Swimming Pool | $50.00 | NM RLD CID Fees page; Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.8 |
| Sewage Ejector/Grinder | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.20 |
| Grease Trap/Interceptor | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.21 |
| Water Service Line | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.22 |
| Final Certificate of Approval | $7.50 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.19 |
| Reinspection | $37.50 (Deming-codified schedule) / $80.00 (current CID Fees page) | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.13 lists $37.50; the current NM RLD CID Fees page lists $80.00 for reinspection and $120.00 for a second reinspection — the CID page is the more current, actively-maintained figure since Deming's local ordinance text has not been updated since 2009 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and fuel-gas equipment installations in Deming. Issued directly by CID under the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (NMAC 14.9.2). HVAC, natural gas, and LP gas work are explicitly excluded from the homeowner's permit exemption and always require a licensed contractor.
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Requirements
- All mechanical work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code, NMAC 14.9.2
- A homeowner's permit shall NOT be issued for HVAC, natural gas, or LP gas installations — per N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18(O), all such work requires a properly licensed CID contractor
- Ductwork, refrigeration systems, and gas piping/appliances are each billed individually on CID's Mechanical/Plumbing fee schedule (mirrored in Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B)
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application / Mechanical Permit ApplicationSubmitted to CID (Las Cruces office) by a licensed mechanical contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee for Any Inspection | $37.50 | NM RLD CID Fees page (Mechanical/Plumbing fee table); Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.1 |
| Each Gas Piping System | $6.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.10 |
| Each Gas Appliance | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.11 |
| Each Gas Pipe Outlet | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.12 |
| Ventilation System | $6.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.14 |
| Refrigeration System | $6.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.15 |
| Central Furnace Ductwork | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.16 |
| Each Domestic Hot Water Solar Heating System | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.17 |
| Each Solar Space Heating System | $20.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.18 |
| Combination Unit (HVAC) | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.24 |
| Fan Coil Unit | $4.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.25 |
| Chiller | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.30 |
| Cooling Tower | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.31 |
| Commercial Kitchen Hood | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.32 |
| Commercial Duct System | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.33 |
| Medical Gas System | $10.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.34 |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRequired for all new roof installations, re-roofs, and roof-coating-system applications in Deming, issued by CID under N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(E), which applies statewide with no minimum-area exemption. Billed under the same general permit process as other CID scopes of work (the Multi Purpose State Building Application includes a 'Roofing' scope-of-work checkbox), plus the City of Deming's local general permit fee.
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Requirements
- All new roof installations and re-roofs require a building permit and inspections — no minimum square-footage or percentage-of-roof threshold applies — per N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(E)(1)
- All applications of roof coating systems also require a building permit and inspections — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(E)(2)
- Inspections must include, at minimum, a decking inspection upon removal of the existing roof and a final inspection upon completion — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(E)(3)
- Roofing work in New Mexico requires a GS-21 Roofing contractor license
- A homeowner's permit for roofing is NOT available if the work will be subcontracted rather than performed by the homeowner personally — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18(L)
- Pay the City of Deming's local general permit fee under Municipal Code 11-1-3.A in addition to the CID permit fee
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building ApplicationSubmitted to CID; the form includes a 'Roofing' scope-of-work checkbox. City of Deming hosts this same form as its 'General Building Application.'
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A |
| State CID Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Calculated by CID based on project valuation; contact CID Las Cruces (575-524-6320) for the fee before mailing an application | NM RLD Construction Industries Forms and Applications: Fees page — CID does not publish a distinct flat re-roof fee; roofing is billed under the same valuation-based General Building fee schedule as other building-permit scopes |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in Deming. The Multi Purpose State Building Application includes a 'Demolition' scope-of-work checkbox, and the general building permit required under Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A applies to 'any construction or alteration project,' which the City's own fee ordinance and CID's scope-of-work checkbox both treat as covering demolition.
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Requirements
- Complete the Multi Purpose State Building Application, checking the 'Demolition' scope-of-work box
- Pay the City of Deming's general permit fee under Municipal Code 11-1-3.A (minimum $10.00, scaling with valuation) in addition to any CID fee
- Coordinate utility disconnection and any asbestos-related requirements directly with utility providers and the applicable state environmental authority before demolition
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building ApplicationSubmitted to CID with the 'Demolition' scope-of-work box checked
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A — general permits are required for 'any construction or alteration project,' the same fee schedule cited for demolition scope on the state form |
| State CID Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Calculated by CID based on project valuation/scope; contact CID Las Cruces (575-524-6320) for the fee before mailing an application | NM RLD Construction Industries Forms and Applications: Fees page |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Deming. Issued directly by CID under N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F), which sets detailed statewide licensing and submittal requirements for solar PV installers, applying uniformly to Deming as CID is the direct enforcing authority.
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Requirements
- Installers must hold a valid CID license with the EE-98, EL-1, or ER-1 classification, as applicable; GB-98 is authorized only in limited cases per 14.6.6.8 NMAC — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F)(1)
- If structural roof modifications are required, a GB-02 license classification is allowed for residential construction (otherwise GB-98 is mandated)
- Submittal documents must include: site plan indicating electrical equipment location, PV solar panel layout, one-line diagram identifying all system components/listings and conductor sizes, documentation of solar mounting system listing, utility interconnection details (if applicable), and grounding system documentation — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F)(2)
- Installers must hold a valid CID journeyman certificate (EE-98J, EL-1J, or ER-1J) or work as an apprentice under a certified journeyman's direct supervision — 14.5.2.8(F)(3)
- A structural analysis by a New Mexico-licensed professional engineer is required if the added dead load exceeds 5 lbs/sq ft, the point load exceeds 45 lbs, the added dead load exceeds 200 lbs on any single truss/rafter/joist, the mounting design is unique, or the roof has over-spanned structural members — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F)(5)
- If structural reinforcement is required, or the PV system will sit on a new structure not already listed/approved for that load, a separate general-construction building permit (in addition to the electrical permit) is required — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F)(6)-(7)
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (Solar PV submittal package)Submitted to CID's electrical bureau; must include the full documentation set required by N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.8(F)(2)
- OptionalStructural Analysis (if triggered by load thresholds)Sealed by a New Mexico-licensed professional engineer if any of the load thresholds in 14.5.2.8(F)(5) are met
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee (by service/panel size, if applicable) | Per CID's standard Electrical fee table (e.g., $45-$360 by amperage) if the solar installation involves a service/panel change; otherwise contact CID for the specific solar PV electrical permit fee | NM RLD CID Fees page does not publish a distinct flat solar-specific line item — solar PV electrical work is billed per CID's standard electrical permit fee structure |
| Domestic Hot Water / Space Solar Heating System (thermal, not PV) | $10.00 (domestic hot water solar) / $20.00 (space heating solar) | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.17-18 — applies to solar thermal systems, not PV electrical systems, but relevant if a project combines both scopes |
Floodplain Development Permit
VerifiedA City of Deming-issued permit required for development, including new structures and manufactured home placement, within a mapped special flood hazard area. Administered locally by the City Engineer acting as Floodplain Administrator under Deming Municipal Code Title 11, Chapter 4 — a City-level review that operates alongside (and as a practical prerequisite to) the CID-issued building permit.
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Requirements
- Any development (as defined in Municipal Code 11-4-2) within a mapped special flood hazard area requires review and approval by the Floodplain Administrator before proceeding — Municipal Code 11-4-4.C.2
- Application must be presented to the Floodplain Administrator on forms furnished by that office, with plans in duplicate showing location, dimensions, and elevation of proposed landscape alterations and existing/proposed structures (including manufactured homes) relative to the special flood hazard area — 11-4-4.C.1
- For new/substantially improved structures: elevation (relative to mean sea level) of the lowest floor (including basement) must be documented
- For nonresidential structures floodproofed rather than elevated: a registered professional engineer's or architect's certification that floodproofing criteria under 11-4-5.B.2 are met is required
- Description of any watercourse or natural drainage alteration/relocation resulting from the proposed development must be included
- The Floodplain Administrator reviews all federal, state, or local permits needed (including Clean Water Act Section 404) before approving
- Variances from the chapter's requirements are heard by the City's appeal board under the procedures in Municipal Code 11-4-4.D
Required documents
- RequiredFloodplain Development Permit ApplicationFurnished by the City of Deming Floodplain Administrator (City Engineer); plans in duplicate showing structure location/dimensions/elevation relative to the special flood hazard area
- OptionalFloodproofing Certificate (nonresidential only)Registered professional engineer or architect certification that a nonresidential floodproofed structure meets the criteria in Municipal Code 11-4-5.B.2
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Floodplain Development Permit Fee | No dedicated fee amount is separately published in Deming Municipal Code Chapter 4 (Flood Damage Prevention) or on the City's Planning and Zoning page distinct from the general building permit fee | GENUINELY UNPUBLISHED as a standalone line item: Municipal Code 11-4-4 describes the Floodplain Administrator's review and permit-approval duties but does not itself state a dollar fee; the City's only published construction-related fee table is the general permit fee at Municipal Code 11-1-3.A, which is charged on the underlying building/alteration permit application |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit (Electrical Permit)
VerifiedInstallation of an electric vehicle charging station in Deming is processed as ordinary electrical work through CID, the same authority and fee structure documented on this file's electrical-permit entry — CID's statewide Electrical fee table (NM RLD Forms and Applications: Fees page, directly fetched and reviewed this review) has NO distinct 'EV charger,' 'electric vehicle,' or 'EVSE' line item. A dedicated Level 2 EV charger circuit that does not involve a service/panel change falls under CID's catch-all 'Minimum Inspection Fee for Items not Listed' ($27); if the installation requires a service or panel upgrade to support the charger, it is billed under the same amperage-tiered Residential/Commercial Electrical fee schedule used for any other service change. Issued by CID's Las Cruces field office, not a City of Deming department, since CID is the direct enforcement authority in Deming.
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Requirements
- All electrical work, including EV charger circuits, must comply with the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code, NMAC 14.10.4
- Permit issued by CID (Las Cruces field office serves Luna County/Deming), not the City of Deming
- Confirmed directly against the NM RLD Construction Industries Division Forms and Applications: Fees page: no distinct EV-charger/EVSE fee line exists; a dedicated charger circuit not otherwise covered by a listed fee item falls under the 'Minimum Inspection Fee for Items not Listed' ($27)
- If the EV charger installation requires a new or upgraded electrical service/panel, the applicable amperage-tiered Residential or Commercial Electrical fee (already documented on this file's electrical-permit entry, $45-$900 depending on amperage and residential/commercial) applies instead
- A homeowner may self-permit EV charger wiring on their own primary residence by passing CID's homeowner electrical exam (minimum 75%) per N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18(N); all other installations require a New Mexico CID-licensed electrical contractor
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application / Electrical Permit ApplicationSame form used for the file's general electrical-permit entry, submitted to CID (Las Cruces office)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Inspection Fee for Items not Listed (typical dedicated EV charger circuit, no service change) | $27 | NM RLD Construction Industries Division, Forms and Applications: Fees page (Electrical — Other) — confirmed no distinct EV-charger/EVSE line item exists; this catch-all fee is the applicable line for an EV charger circuit that does not involve a service/panel change |
| Service Change Only / No Outlets (if the charger installation includes a panel/service upgrade) | $27 | NM RLD CID Fees page — same fee line already documented on this file's electrical-permit entry |
| Residential — amperage-tiered fee (if a new/larger service is installed for the charger) | $45 (100 amp and below) up to $360 (over 400 amp) | NM RLD CID Fees page — same tiered schedule already documented on this file's electrical-permit entry |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of signage within Deming city limits. Unlike every other permit type in this file, the sign permit is issued directly by the City of Deming Planning and Zoning Department on the City's own 'Application For Sign Permit' form (fetched and reviewed directly from cityofdeming.org this review) — it does NOT route through CID's Multi Purpose State Building Application. It implements Deming Municipal Code 11-1-2.A, which amends the 2006 IBC Appendix H (Signs) with Deming-specific fee, definitions, and location/size/spacing rules. If the sign requires new electrical wiring (e.g., illumination), a separate CID Electrical Permit is required in addition to this City sign permit.
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Requirements
- Complete the City of Deming 'Application For Sign Permit' form, submitted to the Planning and Zoning Department (1275 E. Pine St., Deming, NM 88030)
- Provide property description (subdivision/lot/block), setback distances from the property line (front and both sides), specifications/description of the sign, contractor state and city license numbers, and estimated cost
- Sketch the signage on the reverse of the application showing all dimensions, and attach any other important documentation
- Pay the $15.00 sign permit application fee to the City of Deming at time of submission, per Deming Municipal Code 11-1-2.A (Ord. 1192, 11-5-2009)
- Off-premises signs are prohibited everywhere in Deming except along U.S. Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 180, N.M. Highway 11, and U.S. Highway 70/80, and only after the Deming City Council grants a variance; even then, height (40-672 ft varies by corridor), size (320-672 sq ft varies by corridor), and spacing (500-2,000 ft varies by corridor) limits in 11-1-2.A apply
- On-premises wall signs may not exceed 50% of the total wall surface area; on-premises ground signs may not exceed 2 sq ft per linear foot of street/highway frontage (100 sq ft cap) or 50 ft in height (100 ft along Cedar Street and Railroad Avenue)
- Illuminated signs must be designed, shielded, and directed to prevent glare onto adjacent property, public roadways, or the sky; flashing/intermittent/moving-light message boards require Deming City Council approval (application to the Planning and Zoning Commission with public notice)
- If the sign installation requires new electrical wiring or a new circuit, obtain a separate CID Electrical Permit (see this file's electrical-permit entry) in addition to the City sign permit
Required documents
- RequiredApplication For Sign PermitCity of Deming form (Planning and Zoning Department); includes property description, setbacks, specifications/description, estimated cost, and a reverse-side sketch area for dimensions
- RequiredSign Sketch/DrawingDrawn on the reverse of the Application For Sign Permit, showing all dimensions of the proposed sign
- OptionalOff-Premises Sign Variance ApprovalRequired only for a proposed off-premises sign; granted by the Deming City Council, since off-premises signs are otherwise prohibited citywide outside the limited highway corridors listed in Municipal Code 11-1-2.A
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — Sign Permit Application Fee | $15.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-2.A (Ord. 1192, 11-5-2009), amending 2006 IBC Appendix H Section H101.1; paid to the City of Deming at time of application |
| CID Electrical Permit (only if the sign requires new electrical wiring/service) | Per CID's standard Electrical fee table (e.g., $27 minimum inspection fee for a dedicated circuit not otherwise listed) — see this file's electrical-permit entry | NM RLD CID Fees page; a separate, additional fee from the City's $15.00 sign permit fee |
Fire Sprinkler & Fire Alarm System Permit
Covers plan review and permitting for fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire pump, water-storage-tank, and suppression-system installations in Deming. Deming Municipal Code Title 5 (Fire Regulations) contains only an organizational Fire Department chapter (5-1, covering composition, appointments, and duties) and a Fireworks chapter (5-4) — no local fire-marshal position or fire-code/fire-prevention chapter exists in the City's own code, and 5-4-4 itself defers tent/signage rules for fireworks stands to 'rules adopted by the state fire marshal.' This absence, together with the New Mexico State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO) Code Enforcement Bureau's own plan-submittal packet (fetched and reviewed directly this review), indicates fire protection systems in Deming are reviewed and permitted directly by the SFMO Code Enforcement Bureau under the 2021 International Fire Code — paralleling the CID pattern already documented for building permits in this file — rather than by a delegated local fire marshal's office as exists in larger NM cities (e.g., Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho). This jurisdictional determination is inferred from the absence of a local fire-code chapter and the comparative pattern, not from an explicit SFMO jurisdiction map, so confidence is marked partial.
Reviewed 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Submit construction documents for any fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire pump, water-storage-tank, or suppression-system installation to the SFMO Code Enforcement Bureau (sfmo.plans@dhsem.nm.gov), designed per NFPA 72 (fire alarm, 2019 ed. or newer) or NFPA 13/13R/13D (fire sprinkler, 2019 ed. or newer), as applicable
- The fire protection installer must hold a valid NM Certificate of Fitness from the SFMO (NMAC 10.25.2), on-site whenever installation, inspection, or maintenance is being conducted
- Designers must be a minimum of NICET Level III for water-based fire protection systems and fire alarm system design; the NICET certified party's name, certification number, expiration date, and signed initials must appear on the plans
- Plans must include, at minimum: building/project name, complete physical address (city, county, state, zip), occupancy classification and load, square footage of each fire area, riser diagram(s), fire protection equipment/manufacturer specifications, and (fire alarm) a sequence-of-operations diagram; (fire sprinkler) hydraulic calculations with a minimum 10 PSI safety factor and a water-flow test result dated within one year of the drawing submittal date
- Minor alterations (10 or fewer fire-alarm appliances, or 19 or fewer sprinkler heads) may qualify for an expedited company-letterhead 'Scope of Work Letter' reviewed by a State Fire Inspector, Deputy Fire Marshal, or the State Fire Marshal, in lieu of full engineered plans
- After installation, the contractor must pre-test the system per NFPA standards, provide a signed Record of Completion (fire alarm, per NFPA 72) or above/below-ground test certificates (fire sprinkler, per NFPA 13), then email the completed Final Acceptance Checklist to sfmo.inspections@dhsem.nm.gov to schedule a State Fire Inspector's Final Acceptance Test
- A minimum of 2 color copies of the approved/stamped plans, plus the acceptance letter, manufacturer specifications, and testing documentation, must be available on-site at the time of Final Acceptance
Required documents
- RequiredFire Protection System Plan Submittal PackageFull engineered plans meeting SFMO Code Enforcement Bureau requirements (riser diagrams, hydraulic calculations or sequence-of-operations diagram, NICET-certified designer info, etc.), submitted by PDF to sfmo.plans@dhsem.nm.gov
- OptionalScope of Work LetterCompany-letterhead alternative to full plans for minor alterations (10 or fewer alarm appliances / 19 or fewer sprinkler heads), reviewed by a State Fire Inspector, Deputy Fire Marshal, or State Fire Marshal
- RequiredRecord of Completion / System Test CertificateFire alarm Record of Completion per NFPA 72, or signed above- and below-ground sprinkler test certificates per NFPA 13, provided by the installing contractor before scheduling the Final Acceptance Test
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SFMO Fire Protection System Plan Review / Permit Fee | No fee amount is separately published | GENUINELY UNPUBLISHED: the SFMO Code Enforcement Bureau's own Plan Submittal Information packet (fetched and reviewed directly this review) lists no dollar fee anywhere in its General Information, Plan Submittal Requirements, or Final Acceptance Process sections; the NMDHSEM State Fire Marshal and Code Enforcement Bureau web pages likewise publish no fee schedule. This differs from CID, which does publish fee tables for its own scopes of work documented elsewhere in this file. |
Change of Occupancy / Certificate of Occupancy Permit
Covers a change in a building's occupancy classification in Deming. Governed by the 2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code (NMAC 14.7.7), which adopts IEBC Chapter 10 'Change Of Occupancy' by reference at 14.7.7.18 and routes Certificate of Occupancy issuance to 14.5.3 NMAC (Inspections). Administered by CID's Las Cruces field office — the same authority that issues every other building-related permit in Deming documented in this file. The Multi Purpose State Building Application has no distinct 'Change of Occupancy' scope-of-work checkbox (only General Building/Foundation/Roofing/Demolition), so a Deming change-of-occupancy application is understood to be filed under General Building scope of work with the Occupancy Group fields updated to the new classification; this specific filing mechanic was not independently confirmed against a CID-published change-of-occupancy-specific form, so confidence is marked partial.
Reviewed 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- A change resulting in a different IBC occupancy classification triggers compliance review under IEBC Chapter 10 (Change Of Occupancy), adopted into New Mexico's Existing Building Code at NMAC 14.7.7.18
- Depending on whether the new occupancy is a higher- or equal/lower-hazard category (per IEBC Table 1011.5), the existing building must be brought into compliance with the applicable means-of-egress, fire-safety (sprinkler/alarm thresholds per IBC Chapter 9), structural, and accessibility provisions for the new occupancy
- No Certificate of Occupancy may be issued until all required inspections have been performed and approved by the CID building official/inspector — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.3.13
- A temporary Certificate of Occupancy may be issued for an initial 30-day period (extendable, with written justification and good cause, up to a 12-month maximum) where delaying full occupancy would not adversely affect life, safety, or health — N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.3.13
- Submit to CID's Las Cruces field office (serving Luna County/Deming); no distinct change-of-occupancy scope-of-work box exists on the Multi Purpose State Building Application, so this is expected to be filed as General Building scope with updated Occupancy Group fields — confirm current CID filing practice directly (575-524-6320) before applying
- Any construction/alteration work needed to bring the space into compliance for the new occupancy (fire-rated separations, egress modifications, plumbing fixture counts, etc.) would separately require the City of Deming's general permit fee under Municipal Code 11-1-3.A, in addition to the CID review, consistent with this file's demolition-permit and roofing-permit entries
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application (General Building scope, updated Occupancy Group)Same statewide CID form used for every other permit type in this file; no distinct change-of-occupancy checkbox exists, so the Occupancy Group (Residential/Commercial) fields would be updated to reflect the new classification
- RequiredLife-Safety / Egress Compliance DocumentationPlans or narrative demonstrating how the space meets the applicable IEBC Chapter 10 / Table 1011.5 requirements (egress, fire safety, structural, accessibility) for the new occupancy classification
- RequiredCertificate of OccupancyIssued by CID upon approval of all required inspections, per N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.3.13; a temporary C/O is available under the same section if full compliance is still in progress
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| State CID Building Permit Fee (scope/valuation-based) | No distinct change-of-occupancy fee line item is published on the NM RLD CID Fees page | NM RLD Construction Industries Forms and Applications: Fees page — CID does not publish a flat change-of-occupancy fee, consistent with its treatment of roofing and demolition scopes elsewhere in this file; contact CID Las Cruces (575-524-6320) for the applicable fee before applying |
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based, only if construction/alteration work is also performed) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A; applies only if the change of occupancy also involves a construction or alteration project, not to a pure paperwork reclassification with no physical work |
Commercial Building Permit (New Construction, Additions & Remodels/Tenant Improvements)
VerifiedRequired for new commercial construction, commercial additions, and commercial remodels/tenant improvements within Deming city limits. Because Deming has no certified local building department, the commercial building permit is issued directly by the New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) — Las Cruces field office — under the 2021 New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2, based on the 2021 IBC), using the statewide Multi Purpose State Building Application (the same form the City of Deming hosts as its 'General Building Application'). CID requires zoning approval and a signature on the state application before it will accept it, so the City of Deming Planning and Zoning Department step comes first; the City also collects its own valuation-based general permit fee under Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A, which applies to 'any construction or alteration project' — commercial included. CID's Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction applies one unified process to 'new commercial construction, additions, and remodels' — there is no separate tenant-improvement permit type.
Verified 2026-08-01 · Source
Requirements
- The applicant must be validly licensed with the appropriate CID license classification covering the work (e.g., GB-98 General Building); per the CID guide, 'it is critical that the applicant be validly licensed with the appropriate license classification that covers the work for which a permit is requested'
- Obtain zoning approval and a signature on the APPLICATION for STATE BUILDING PERMIT before applying to CID — per the CID commercial guide, 'You must obtain zoning approval and a signature on the APPLICATION for STATE BUILDING PERMIT before applying to this office for the building permit'; in Deming that is the City Planning and Zoning Department (1275 E. Pine St., 575-546-8848)
- Pay the City of Deming general permit fee at time of application per Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A ($10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 or portion thereof) — the ordinance applies it to 'any construction or alteration project'
- If the property is within a mapped special flood hazard area, obtain a City of Deming floodplain development permit from the Floodplain Administrator (City Engineer) per Deming Municipal Code 11-4-4.C — see the floodplain-development-permit entry
- Complete the Multi Purpose State Building Application, checking 'Commercial' and the appropriate Scope of Work, with description of work, building address, construction material, total square footage, specific use of building, owner/contractor/architect names, addresses, and license numbers; the qualifying party requesting the permit must sign
- Submit the signed contract between the project owner and contractor to CID — project valuation (and therefore the permit fee) is based on that signed contract under New Mexico Construction Laws
- Plan submittal to CID: Electronic Plan Review (EPR) per CID website directions, or two complete hard-copy sets at minimum 1/4" = 1'-0" scale on paper at least 11"x17", sufficiently clear to show the project in its entirety
- Required drawing set per CID's commercial checklist: cover sheet with full design-criteria list (construction type, square footage per floor, occupancy group, occupant load, allowable area, exiting, plumbing fixture counts, fire suppression, height/stories, land use zone, seismic location), site plan (including all required parking, accessible parking, drainage/grading), foundation plan with geotechnical report including soil-bearing capacity, floor plan with door/window schedules and fire assemblies, framing/roof framing plans, commercial energy code documentation, exterior elevations, building/wall sections, complete mechanical, plumbing, and electrical system drawings, structural calculations where required, and specifications
- Professional seals: a single New Mexico-registered architect OR engineer seal suffices for projects up to $600,000 construction valuation AND up to 50 occupant load; BOTH an architect's and engineer's seals are required above $600,000 valuation OR above 50 occupants; nonresidential buildings/additions with occupant load of 10 or fewer and no more than 2 stories (excluding E-3, H, and I occupancies) need no seal unless CID determines one is necessary
- Electrical engineer's stamp required for any installation with calculated service capacity over 100 kVA single-phase or over 225 kVA three-phase, or project value over $600,000; a mechanical engineer's stamp may be required on mechanical permits of $200,000 or more and/or commercial buildings three stories and higher
- All fire suppression system submittals are reviewed and approved by the State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO), not CID
- For commercial demolition or renovation: provide two sets of site plans identifying structures to be demolished, and call the Air Pollution Control Bureau at least 10 days in advance regarding asbestos-containing materials (1-800-224-7009)
Required documents
- RequiredMulti Purpose State Building Application ('General Building Application')State of New Mexico CID application form, hosted by the City of Deming as 'GENERAL BUILDING APPLICATION 2022' at cityofdeming.org; requires zoning approval signature before CID will accept it
- RequiredSigned Owner-Contractor ContractCID requires the signed contract between project owner and contractor to establish project valuation, which determines the permit fee
- RequiredComplete Plan Sets (EPR or 2 hard copies)Electronic Plan Review submission per CID website directions, or two complete hard-copy sets at minimum 1/4" = 1'-0" scale on paper at least 11"x17", covering CID's 15-item commercial submittal checklist
- RequiredGeotechnical ReportIncluding soil-bearing capacity for the proposed structure at the site, submitted with the foundation plan per CID's commercial plan checklist
- OptionalStructural CalculationsWhere required, for the entire structural system including wind, roof, and floor design loads
- OptionalFloodplain Development Permit ApplicationCity of Deming form (from the Floodplain Administrator/City Engineer per Municipal Code 11-4-4.C), required only for development within a mapped special flood hazard area
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City of Deming — General Permit Fee (valuation-based) | $10.00 minimum up to $5,000 valuation, plus $2.00 per additional $1,000 (or portion) above $5,000 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.A (Ord. 1052, 12-10-2001) — general permits are 'required for any construction or alteration project,' so the same formula applies to commercial work; collected by the City of Deming, separate from any CID fee. Re-verified live 2026-08-01. |
| State CID Building Permit Fee (valuation-based; covers plan review, permit, and required inspections) | Calculated by CID from the project valuation established by the signed owner-contractor contract; CID does not publish the valuation fee table — contact a CID office for the exact fee before submitting (Las Cruces 575-524-6320; Albuquerque 505-222-9801; Santa Fe 505-476-4700 option 1) | CID Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction (rev. 3-29-2024): 'The fee, which covers plan review, the permit, and certain required inspections, is based on the valuation amount. Our office will calculate the valuation and fee for you.' The NM RLD Fees page likewise publishes no General Building valuation table — 'The best method of obtaining permitting fees is to contact any of CID's three offices' (re-verified 2026-08-01). |
| City of Deming — Double Fee (work started without a permit) | Twice the usual permit and inspection fees | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.D — applies to any work (other than site preparation) commenced before obtaining the required permit |
| City of Deming — Reinspection Fee | $25.00 | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.E (Ord. 1147, 9-11-2006) — charged when a structure fails inspection, is not ready, or the inspector must otherwise return |
| City of Deming — Skipped Inspection Fee | $150.00 first skipped inspection; $400.00 each missed inspection thereafter (per permit) | Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.F (Ord. 1151, 11-13-2006) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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 Deming building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.