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Residential Addition / Alteration / Remodel Permit in Farmington, New Mexico

Required for additions, alterations, remodels, and structural renovations to existing residential structures in Farmington, including garage additions/conversions, decks, carports, and interior/exterior renovation affecting structure or life safety.

Verified 2026-07-02 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Permit required for residential additions, alterations, remodeling, interior and exterior renovation, garage additions and conversions, decks, carports, porch covers, and retaining/soil retention walls
  • Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (14.7.3 NMAC)
  • Homeowner permit exemption available for the owner's primary residence (14.5.2 NMAC)
  • Applications and payment made in person only at 805 Municipal Drive, Annex Building, 2nd floor

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Fee schedule

Filing fee
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Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Farmington building department
~5–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final Inspection

    Final inspection is required for all permits issued by the City.

See the full Farmington inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Garage conversions, additions, and new garage construction all require a building permit in Farmington.
  • Retaining walls and soil retention walls require a permit.
  • Applications must be made in person — the City does not accept online applications or payments for permits.
  • Permits are NOT required for cabinetry, carpeting, countertops, interior/exterior painting, minor landscaping, or tiling.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, if the work involves structural changes or MEP (mechanical/electrical/plumbing) work. Cosmetic-only work such as painting, carpeting, tiling, and cabinetry does not require a permit per the City's published permit list.

Plan review for a residential addition / alteration / remodel permit in Farmington typically runs 5–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Farmington Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division at (505) 599-1304.

You'll need: Building Permit Application; Construction Drawings. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Farmington requires 1 inspection(s) for a residential addition / alteration / remodel permit, in order: Final Inspection. Schedule each through City of Farmington Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division ((505) 599-1304).

Apply through City of Farmington Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division at 805 Municipal Drive, Annex Building, 2nd Floor, Farmington, NM 87401. Phone: (505) 599-1304, email: buildingdept@farmingtonnm.gov. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. No online permitting or online payment is available; applications and payment (check, money order, cashier's check, or credit card — Discover not accepted) must be made in person at the Annex Building.. Official information: https://www.farmingtonnm.gov/887/Building-Inspection.

Farmington, New Mexico has adopted: 2021 New Mexico Commercial Building Code (2021 IBC as amended) — 14.7.2 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended) — 14.7.3 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code (2021 IEBC as amended) — 14.7.7 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Earthen Building Materials Code — 14.7.4 NMAC; 2009 New Mexico Non-Load Bearing Baled Straw Construction Building Code — 14.7.5 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Residential Energy Conservation Code (2021 IECC as amended) — 14.7.6 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Historic Earthen Buildings Code — 14.7.8 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Commercial Energy Conservation Code — 14.7.9 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (2021 UPC as amended) — 14.8.2 NMAC; 2012 New Mexico Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code Phase III (2012 USPSHTC as amended) — 14.8.3 NMAC; 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 UMC as amended) — 14.9.2 NMAC; 2012 New Mexico Solar Energy Code (2012 USEC as amended) — 14.9.6 NMAC; 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended), effective March 28, 2023 — 14.10.4 NMAC; 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code (2012 NESC as amended) — 14.10.5 NMAC; 2021 International Fire Code — adopted by the City of Farmington; 14.5.1 NMAC General Provisions, 14.5.2 NMAC Permits, and 14.5.3 NMAC Inspections (Construction Industries Division rules) — adopted and amended by Chapter 7 of the City of Farmington Code of Ordinances. Local amendments apply — see the Farmington overview page for the full list.

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 Farmington building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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