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Aztec building permits
VerifiedAztec, New Mexico — as published 2026-07-18.
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction / Addition / Alteration)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family residential construction, additions, alterations, detached accessory/storage buildings, decks, patios, and agricultural buildings (e.g., hay barns) within Aztec city limits. Plan review and permit issuance are performed by the San Juan County Building Department under its interlocal agreement covering the City of Aztec, applying the 2021 New Mexico Commercial & Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended).
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- New residential construction, additions, alterations, detached accessory/storage buildings (over 120 sq ft), decks, patios, or agricultural buildings within Aztec city limits
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended)
- E9-1-1 physical address verification required before a building permit can be issued (San Juan County Rural Addressing, (505) 334-4314)
- Either a licensed contractor or the homeowner (under New Mexico's homeowner permit exemption, for the owner's own principal residence) may apply for the permit
- Engineered, manufacturer-supplied roof trusses required, minimum load design 25-10-10 for conventional roofs
- A separate City of Aztec Land Use Permit is also required for new dwellings, in addition to this County-administered building permit
Required documents
- RequiredNew Residential Building ChecklistSan Juan County Building Department's published construction permit checklist for new residential projects.
- RequiredBuilding Division Design CriteriaSan Juan County's published residential/commercial structural design criteria (truss loads, wind load, frost depth, energy zone).
- Required2021 Residential Energy Code Compliance FormRequired demonstration of compliance with the 2021 NM Energy Conservation Code, Climate Zone 5B.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Project valuation × 0.005 (0.5%) | San Juan County Building Department, Plan Review Requirements section (sjcounty.net/government/community-development/building-department), verified 2026-07-18. Show full citationHideSan Juan County Building Department, Plan Review Requirements section (sjcounty.net/government/community-development/building-department), verified 2026-07-18. Valuation is set using the latest ICC Building Valuation Data (BVD) for new construction/additions, or contract price for alterations/repairs not changing occupancy classification. |
| Building Plan Review Fee | Project valuation × 0.0012 (0.12%), in addition to the Building Permit Fee | San Juan County Building Department, Plan Review Requirements section, verified 2026-07-18. Applies only to buildings/structures requiring an Architect's or Engineer's seal under NMAC 14.5.2.9, 14.5.2.10, and Section 61-15-9 NMSA 1978 (Architectural Act). |
| City of Aztec Land Use Permit (companion permit, new single-family dwelling incl. ADU) | $25.00 permit fee + $10.00 administrative fee | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-292/16-293 (Ord. 2018-481, eff. 2018-Sept-12), Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
| City of Aztec Parks/Open Space & Trails Impact Fee (new residential unit) | $500.00 per single-family or multi-family dwelling unit | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-71 (Ord. 2008-362, eff. 2009-Jan-01), Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. Drainage, Roads, and Public Safety impact-fee categories are currently $0.00. |
| Permit renewal (1-year extension) | 50% of the original permit fee | San Juan County Building Department FAQ ('How long is my permit valid?'), verified 2026-07-18. |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical wiring, service changes, and installations within Aztec city limits, reviewed and inspected by the San Juan County Building Department under the interlocal agreement covering the City of Aztec, applying the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended).
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical installation, alteration, or repair work within Aztec city limits
- Must comply with the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended) — 14.10.4 NMAC
- Electrical Service Engineering Drawings/Calculations required for service work, per the Building Department's published Electrical Permit form list
- New Mexico's homeowner permit exemption applies to the owner's own principal residence
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSan Juan County Building Department's published paper application form; also available via the SmartGov Community online portal for eligible permit types.
- RequiredElectrical Service Engineering Drawings Required / CalcsSan Juan County Building Department's published supplemental requirement for electrical service work.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
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Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs within Aztec city limits, reviewed and inspected by the San Juan County Building Department, applying the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (2021 UPC as amended).
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work within Aztec city limits
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing and Mechanical Code (2021 UPC as amended) — 14.8.2 NMAC
- New Mexico's homeowner permit exemption applies to the owner's own principal residence
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationSan Juan County Building Department's published paper application form.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|
Mechanical Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and other mechanical equipment installations within Aztec city limits, reviewed and inspected by the San Juan County Building Department, applying the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC).
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical equipment installation, alteration, or repair work within Aztec city limits
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing and Mechanical Code / 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code — 14.9.2 NMAC
- New Mexico's homeowner permit exemption applies to the owner's own principal residence
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationSan Juan County Building Department's published paper application form.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|
Residential Roofing, Windows, and Residing Permit
San Juan County Building Department publishes a distinct, dedicated permit application specifically for residential re-roofing, window replacement, and re-siding projects within Aztec city limits, separate from its general Commercial Building Permit and New Residential Building Checklist forms.
Reviewed 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- Roof overlay/re-roof, window replacement, or residing (siding replacement) work on a residential structure within Aztec city limits
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended)
- New Mexico's homeowner permit exemption applies to the owner's own principal residence
Required documents
- RequiredNew Residential Roofing, Windows, Residing Permit ApplicationSan Juan County Building Department's own dedicated application form for this permit type, distinct from its general residential/commercial building permit forms.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|
City of Aztec Land Use Permit
VerifiedA City of Aztec-issued Planning Permit required in parallel with the San Juan County-issued Building Permit for new dwellings and commercial development within city limits. It governs allowable land use, setbacks, lot coverage, and site-plan compliance under the City's own Municipal Code (Chapters 9, 18, and 26), and is administered entirely by the City's Community Development Department — genuinely distinct from the County-administered structural Building Permit.
Verified 2026-07-18 · Source
Requirements
- Required for construction, alteration, moving, or demolition of buildings, including expansions, garages, carports, or other add-ons, within Aztec city limits
- Not required for repairs to a building's exterior (including re-roofing) or interior remodeling that doesn't otherwise trigger a building permit, per the City's Development Handbook
- All applications require a site plan
- The Building Department requires a copy of the City's Land Use/Planning Permit to be submitted with the County building-permit application, to coordinate review order
Required documents
- RequiredLand Use Permit ApplicationCity of Aztec Community Development Department's own application; requires an accompanying site plan.
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee (per application) | $10.00 | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-292, Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
| New Single Family Residential Dwelling (incl. accessory dwelling unit) | $25.00 | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-293 (Ord. 2018-481, eff. 2018-Sept-12), Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
| New Multiple Family Dwelling | $50.00 | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-293, Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
| New Commercial Development | $100.00 | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-293, Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
| Parks/Open Space & Trails Impact Fee (new residential unit, charged separately at Land Use Permit issuance) | $500.00 per single-family or multi-family dwelling unit | Aztec City Code Chapter 16, Sec. 16-71 (Ord. 2008-362, eff. 2009-Jan-01); the City's Development Handbook confirms impact fees 'are payable at the time a Planning Permit is issued.' Chapter 16 Fee Schedule PDF dated 2026 June 10, verified 2026-07-18. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-18.
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