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Commercial Building Permit (CID) in Bernalillo, New Mexico

Required for new commercial construction, additions, and alterations within Town limits. Uses the same CID Multi-Purpose Building Application as residential work (with the Commercial box checked), preceded by the same mandatory Town zoning/floodplain sign-off, and includes electrical/mechanical/plumbing plan review as part of the CID commercial permit.

Verified 2026-07-18 · Source

When you need this permit

  • New construction, additions, or alterations to a commercial structure within Town limits
  • Town Planning and Zoning zoning/floodplain pre-review and sign-off required before submittal to CID
  • Submit the CID Multi-Purpose Building Application with two complete sets of plans (minimum 1/4" = 1', at least 11"x17" paper) to pzdept@tobnm.gov
  • Applicant must be validly licensed with the appropriate New Mexico contractor license classification for the work requested Contractor
  • A single professional seal (architect or engineer) is required for projects up to $600,000 valuation and 50 occupant load; both an architect's and an engineer's seal are required above those thresholds, per the CID Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction
  • Commercial demolition/renovation involving asbestos-containing materials requires advance notice to the Air Pollution Control Bureau (1-800-224-7009) at least ten days before work

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Fee schedule

Zoning Review (Town)Town of Bernalillo Fee Schedule, updated 7/8/24 (COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT section).
$75.00
Building Permit (CID)Town of Bernalillo Fee Schedule, updated 7/8/24; covers CID plan review, permit, and required inspections.
ICC — based on project valuation
Multi-Family Residential (3+ units)Town of Bernalillo Fee Schedule, updated 7/8/24 — flat Town fee line in addition to the CID valuation-based fee.
$1,000.00
Fire Department ReviewTown of Bernalillo Fee Schedule, updated 7/8/24 (COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT section).
$25.00
Re-Inspection FeeTown of Bernalillo Fee Schedule, updated 7/8/24.
$25.00

Review timeline

Plan reviewBernalillo’s published plan-review target
5–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Foundation Inspection

    After excavations for footings are complete and required reinforcing steel is in place.

  2. 2

    Concrete Slab / Under-Floor Inspection

    After in-slab or under-floor service equipment is in place, before concrete is placed or floor sheathing installed.

  3. 3

    Frame Inspection

    After roof, framing, fire blocking, and bracing are complete and rough electrical, plumbing, and heating are approved.

  4. 4

    Weather-Resistive Barrier Inspection

    After installation of the weather-resistive barrier, before it is covered.

  5. 5

    Final Inspection

    After finish grading and completion; final electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections must be conducted before the final general construction inspection. CID issues the Certificate of Occupancy after approval.

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

Tips

  • All Fire Suppression System submittals must be separately reviewed and approved by the State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO), per the CID Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction.
  • The 2018 New Mexico Commercial Energy Conservation Code compliance documentation (Table C407.5.1(1)) must be submitted when required.
  • Budget for the Town's own zoning/floodplain sign-off (generally 2-3 days) plus CID's separate 5-10 working day processing window once the signed application reaches CID.

Frequently asked questions

Bernalillo requires a commercial building permit (cid) for: New construction, additions, or alterations to a commercial structure within Town limits; Town Planning and Zoning zoning/floodplain pre-review and sign-off required before submittal to CID; Submit the CID Multi-Purpose Building Application with two complete sets of plans (minimum 1/4" = 1', at least 11"x17" paper) to pzdept@tobnm.gov; Applicant must be validly licensed with the appropriate New Mexico contractor license classification for the work requested; A single professional seal (architect or engineer) is required for projects up to $600,000 valuation and 50 occupant load; both an architect's and an engineer's seal are required above those thresholds, per the CID Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction; Commercial demolition/renovation involving asbestos-containing materials requires advance notice to the Air Pollution Control Bureau (1-800-224-7009) at least ten days before work. If your project isn't listed, confirm with Town of Bernalillo Planning and Zoning Department at (505) 771-7118 (Planning and Zoning); (505) 867-3311 (Town Hall general information); fax (505) 867-0481 before starting work.

In Bernalillo, the published Zoning Review (Town) is: $75.00. Additional published fees: Building Permit (CID) — ICC — based on project valuation; Multi-Family Residential (3+ units) — $1,000.00; Fire Department Review — $25.00; Re-Inspection Fee — $25.00. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

The Town's own zoning/floodplain pre-review generally takes 2-3 days. Once the signed application reaches CID, CID's own published FAQ states commercial permits are processed in 5 to 10 working days. Sources: Town of Bernalillo Planning and Zoning page; New Mexico Construction Industries Division FAQ.

You'll need: CID Multi-Purpose Building Application (Contractor); Site Plan, Foundation Plan, Floor Plan, Framing Plans, Exterior Elevations, Building/Wall Sections, Mechanical/Plumbing/Electrical System Drawings, Structural Calculations. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Bernalillo requires 5 inspection(s) for a commercial building permit (cid), in order: Foundation Inspection, Concrete Slab / Under-Floor Inspection, Frame Inspection, Weather-Resistive Barrier Inspection, Final Inspection. Schedule each through Town of Bernalillo Planning and Zoning Department ((505) 771-7118 (Planning and Zoning); (505) 867-3311 (Town Hall general information); fax (505) 867-0481).

Apply through Town of Bernalillo Planning and Zoning Department at 829 S. Camino del Pueblo, Bernalillo, NM 87004 (mail: P.O. Box 638, Bernalillo, NM 87004). Phone: (505) 771-7118 (Planning and Zoning); (505) 867-3311 (Town Hall general information); fax (505) 867-0481, email: pzdept@tobnm.gov. Office hours: Not separately published by the Planning and Zoning Department as of 2026-07-18; the department directs applicants to submit electronically to pzdept@tobnm.gov. General Town Hall information line: (505) 867-3311.. Official information: https://www.tobnm.gov/departments/planning_zoning/index.php.

Bernalillo, New Mexico has adopted: The Town of Bernalillo does not self-administer building permits — the State of New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) issues building permits, trade permits, and all inspections on behalf of the Town, per the Town's own Planning and Zoning page: 'CID issues building permits, trades permits and all inspections on behalf of the Town.' The codes below are the codes CID currently enforces, as published in the 'Building Permit Guide for Commercial Construction' (rev. 5/23/2023) and 'Building Permit Guide for Residential Construction' (rev. 5/23/2023) — both bundled inside the Town's own linked CID application PDFs.; 2021 New Mexico Commercial & Residential Building Code (based on the 2021 IBC / 2021 IRC); 2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code; 2012 New Mexico Uniform Solar Energy Code (IAPMO); 2018 New Mexico Commercial Energy Conservation Code; ICC/ANSI A117.1 Accessibility — the CID Commercial guide cites the 2009 edition; the CID Residential guide cites the 2017 edition. Both editions appear verbatim in CID's own bundled documents as of 2026-07-18 — flagged here as published rather than reconciled.; 2021 New Mexico Uniform Mechanical Code (IAPMO) / 2021 New Mexico Uniform Plumbing Code (IAPMO); 2012 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code (IAPMO); 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (based on the 2020 National Electrical Code); 2012 National Electrical Safety Code; 2021 New Mexico Earthen Building Materials Code; 2021 New Mexico Historic Earthen Building Code; Liquefied Petroleum Gas Standards: 2020 NFPA 58, 2021 NFPA 54, 2021 NFPA 52, 2021 NFPA 1192 (Residential guide additionally cites 2012 NFPA 57); Town of Bernalillo Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance (Ordinance No. 247), enforced locally by the Town's Floodplain Manager independent of CID. Local amendments apply — see the Bernalillo overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-18.

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