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Deming building permits
VerifiedDeming, New Mexico — as published 2026-07-20.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Codes adopted
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
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; Show full citationHideGENUINELY 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 session) 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.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
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 |
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