Plumbing Permit in Deming, New Mexico
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
When you need this permit
- 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
- Required
Multi Purpose State Building Application / Plumbing Permit Application
Submitted 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 |
Review timeline
3–3 business days
Deming’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Underground / Slab Plumbing
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
- 3
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Tips
- Deming's own Municipal Code 11-1-3.B adopts CID's per-fixture fee schedule by reference, so the local ordinance and the state fee page largely match — but where they diverge (e.g., reinspection fee), the current CID Fees page reflects CID's actual current practice.
- A typical water heater replacement is billed at $4.00 (water heater) plus the $37.50 administrative inspection fee.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in Deming?
- Yes. A CID plumbing permit is required: $4.00 for 'Each Water Heater' plus the $37.50 administrative inspection fee. Source: NM RLD Construction Industries Division Fees page and Deming Municipal Code 11-1-3.B.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID), Las Cruces Office — building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permit issuance, plan review, and inspections for the City of Deming; City of Deming Planning and Zoning Department / City Engineer (Floodplain Administrator) — local general-permit fee collection, zoning compliance, and floodplain development permit prerequisite — official building department
- NM RLD Construction Industries Division — Forms and Applications: Fees
- 11-1-3: Building Permit Fees | Deming, NM Code of Ordinances (amlegal.com)
- N.M. Admin. Code 14.5.2.18 — Homeowner's Permit (NM State Records Center and Archives)
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.
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