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Village of Corrales building permits
VerifiedVillage of Corrales, New Mexico — as published 2026-07-05.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Codes adopted
GOVERNANCE MODEL (verified directly from the Village's own current Building Permit Guide, part of the 'Application for Construction Permit,' revised June 2026): the Village of Corrales SELF-ADMINISTERS building/structural permitting through its own Building Official (Brian Gresham) under the Planning and Zoning Department — it is not a direct New Mexico Construction Industries Division (CID) field-office jurisdiction for the building/structural permit itself. HOWEVER, for the electrical, plumbing, and mechanical/HVAC trades, Corrales routes permitting and inspection to the CITY OF RIO RANCHO'S Building Department under an interlocal service arrangement — NOT to the state CID directly. Verified verbatim, twice, from two current official Village of Corrales sources: (1) the Village's 'Building Permits & Inspections' page states 'The City of Rio Rancho performs mechanical, electrical, and plumbing inspections for the Village of Corrales. The permits and inspections for these disciplines should be coordinated with the prospective subcontractor.' (2) The Village's own Building Permit Guide (Application for Construction Permit, revised June 2026, page 5 of 6) states under 'Required Inspections': 'Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical Inspections: Permits must be obtained in the City of Rio Rancho Building Department unless directed otherwise by the Building Official.' This is a distinct third governance pattern in this corpus — neither full self-administration of all trades (Rio Rancho itself) nor direct state-CID enforcement of the deferred trades (Los Alamos County) — Corrales instead defers those trades to a NEIGHBORING MUNICIPALITY'S building department. Sources: corrales-nm.org/342/Building-Permits-Inspections; Village of Corrales Application for Construction Permit (Building Permit Guide, rev. June 2026).The Village of Corrales' own Building Permit Guide states the Building Official enforces the codes 'The Village of Corrales & Construction Industries Division (CID) currently enforces the following codes' (verbatim heading), listing: 2021 New Mexico Commercial & Residential Building Code, 2021 International Building Code, 2021 International Residential Code, 2012 Solar Energy Code, New Mexico Energy Conservation Code, 2021 New Mexico Plumbing and Mechanical Code, 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code (IAPMO), 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code (IAPMO), 2012 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, Hot Tub Code, 2021 New Mexico Electrical Code, 2020 National Electrical Code, 2012 NMESC / National Electrical Safety Code, ICC/ANSI A117.1-1998, Liquefied Petroleum Gas Standards, NFPA 58-1998 (LP Gas), NFPA 57, NFPA 54 (National Fuel Gas Code), NFPA 52, NFPA 501-C, Manufactured Housing Requirements, and Modular Structures. Source: Village of Corrales Application for Construction Permit, Building Permit Guide, page 6 of 6 (rev. June 2026).Building permit administration is enforced under the Village's adopted Building Code, Ordinance No. 08-012, per the Village's own Building Permits & Inspections page: 'The Building Official/Inspector enforces the provisions of the adopted Building Code (Ord 08-012).' Source: corrales-nm.org/342/Building-Permits-Inspections.Village of Corrales Code of Ordinances, Chapter 18, Land Use (Article II, Zoning) governs zoning compliance required before building permit issuance, including lot coverage, setbacks, and accessory-structure/dwelling-unit definitions. Source: Village of Corrales Application for Construction Permit; Village Code Sections 18-28, 18-29, 18-37, 18-203 (Ordinance No. 21-04, adopted June 15, 2021).
Permit types & fees
Construction Permit (New Residential Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family home construction in the Village of Corrales. The Village's own Building Official (Brian Gresham), housed in the Planning and Zoning Department, self-administers building/structural plan review and permit issuance — Corrales does not route the structural building permit itself through the state Construction Industries Division or through Rio Rancho. All plans must be submitted electronically as PDFs via email to the Building Official.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Any owner or authorized agent who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure shall first apply to the Building Official and obtain the required permit
- Complete Village of Corrales Application for Construction Permit, submitted with all drawings electronically via email to the Building Official (PDF format only); in-office applications accepted but plans must still be submitted electronically
- Lot coverage (new construction plus all existing structures and paved surfaces) may not exceed 35% of the lot
- Setbacks: 25 feet front, 10 feet sides and rear (Village Code Sec. 18-37(g); intensive agriculture requires 25 feet on all sides)
- Maximum height: 26 feet to the ridgeline or top of parapet for any building, antenna, or structure
- Site Plan required showing existing/proposed structures, property lines with dimensions, all utility connections (water, sewer, electrical), and general drainage/grading information, including on-site stormwater retention (pond size = total impervious area x 2.99 / 12 = cubic feet required)
- If the building site is west of the Corrales Main Canal, a Grading and Drainage Plan prepared and sealed by a New Mexico-licensed professional engineer or architect is required per Village Code Sec. 18-160 through 18-172
- Liquid Waste Disposal (septic) Permit from the New Mexico Environment Department office in Rio Rancho (4359 Jager Dr. NE, Suite B, Rio Rancho, NM 87144, (505) 771-5980) required prior to or with submittal; no septic tank or field may be placed within 100 feet of any existing well
- Elevation Certificate from a licensed surveyor required if the property is in a flood zone
- Full construction document set required: foundation plan, floor plan, electrical plan, truss details (engineer-approved), floor/roof framing plans, wall section details, and (if applicable) masonry fireplace details
- Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical/HVAC permits and inspections for the new dwelling must be obtained separately through the City of Rio Rancho Building Department, not from the Village of Corrales, unless the Building Official directs otherwise
- A Village of Corrales Business Registration number is required for the contractor on the application
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Construction PermitVillage of Corrales Planning and Zoning Department form (revised June 2026); covers Commercial, Residential, HOB (home occupation business), Fence/Wall, Remodel, Addition, Re-Roof, Pool, Solar, and Garage project types on a single form
- RequiredSite PlanScaled drawing showing proposed and existing structures, lot coverage percentage, adjacent structures within 10 feet of property lines, north arrow, setbacks, utility connections, and drainage/grading/retention-pond information
- RequiredLiquid Waste Disposal (Septic) PermitFrom the New Mexico Environment Department's Rio Rancho office; required unless connected to the limited Village wastewater service
- OptionalElevation CertificateCompleted by a licensed surveyor; required only if the property is in a flood zone
- OptionalGrading and Drainage PlanPrepared and sealed by a New Mexico-licensed professional engineer, architect, or surveyor; mandatory for sites west of the Corrales Main Canal per Village Code Sec. 18-160 to 18-172, and otherwise required if the Village Engineer determines it is needed
- OptionalHomeowners Responsibility AffidavitRequired only if the property owner, rather than a licensed contractor, is acting as their own general contractor
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation | $23.50 | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule (Proposed Building Permit Fee Schedule, effective per the Building Permit Fees Beginning FY 2010 document, still the current schedule per… Show full citationHideVillage of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule (Proposed Building Permit Fee Schedule, effective per the Building Permit Fees Beginning FY 2010 document, still the current schedule per the Village's Building Permit Guide reference to 'the Village Building Permit Fee Schedule adopted April 2021, or the latest adopted fee schedule') |
| Building Permit Fee — $501.00 to $2,000.00 | $23.50 for the first $500.00 plus $3.05 for each additional $100.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 | $69.25 for the first $2,000.00 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 | $391.75 for the first $25,000.00 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 | $643.75 for the first $50,000.00 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 | $993.75 for the first $100,000.00 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000.00 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000.00 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000.00, or fraction thereof | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule — lower than the 65% residential plan-review rate charged by neighboring Rio Rancho and Los Alamos County |
| Commercial Plan Review Fee | 75% of the Building Permit Fee | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Any permit/inspection for which no fee is specifically indicated | $55.00/hour (2-hour minimum for a permit; 1/2-hour minimum for an unlisted inspection) | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Special Permit Fees and Inspections table, items 1 and 4 |
| Additional plan review for changes/revisions to approved plans | $55.00/hour (1/2-hour minimum) | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, item 5 |
| Inspections outside normal business hours / re-inspection fee | $55.00/hour (2-hour minimum for after-hours) | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, items 2 and 3 |
Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, remodels, and alteration/repair work to existing single-family residences in Corrales. Uses the same Application for Construction Permit as new construction, with a scope of submittal reduced for non-structural alteration/repair work.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for additions, remodels, and alteration/repair work regulated by the adopted Building Code
- For additions: the floor plan must show the addition and all existing rooms, doors, and windows adjoining it, with distances to property lines and existing structures documented on all sides, and existing sleeping-room egress must not be blocked
- For alteration/repair without structural changes: two sets of lists outlining the work to be performed and materials to be used may be accepted in lieu of full construction-document submittal
- Any work suspected of involving asbestos-containing materials requires a call to the Air Quality Control Bureau (1-800-224-7009) before commencing
- Same 35% lot coverage cap and 25 ft front / 10 ft side-rear setbacks apply to additions as to new construction
- Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical/HVAC permits for the addition/remodel must be obtained separately through the City of Rio Rancho Building Department
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Construction PermitSame Village form used for new construction; select 'Remodel' or 'Addition' as the type of application
- RequiredFloor Plan / Scope-of-Work ListsFull floor plan showing the addition's connection to the existing structure, OR (for non-structural alteration/repair) two lists of work to be performed and materials to be used
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (same valuation-based schedule as new construction) | $23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the Building Permit Fees and Rates table | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
| Any permit for which no fee is specifically indicated | $55.00/hour (2-hour minimum) | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, item 1 |
Re-Roof Permit
VerifiedRequired for re-roofing work in Corrales, using the Village's combined Application for Construction Permit (which includes a dedicated 'Re-Roof' project-type checkbox). Roof conversions (changing roof type/pitch) are separately valued for fee purposes.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- A Construction Permit is required for re-roofing work; select 'Re-Roof' as the type of application on the Village's combined form
- Roof conversions are valued at $9.50 per square foot for building-permit fee calculation purposes, per the Village's Specific Building Valuation Data table
- Same submittal process applies: plans/documents emailed as a PDF to the Building Official
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Construction PermitVillage's combined form; select 'Re-Roof' as the type of application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based; roof conversions valued at $9.50/sq ft) | $23.50 minimum ($1-$500 valuation), scaling per the Building Permit Fees and Rates table | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Specific Building Valuation Data section |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule |
Fence / Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for fences and walls in Corrales, using the Village's combined Application for Construction Permit. Fences placed within the required setback area are charged a distinct, higher flat fee reflecting the additional plan review and inspection time the Village budgets for setback verification.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- A Construction Permit is required for fence/wall installation; select 'Fence/Wall' as the type of application
- Fences placed within the required setback area are charged a flat $165.00 fee, based on 3 hours of staff time at $55.00/hour (1 hour plan review, 1 hour first inspection to verify location/footing, 1 hour final inspection), per the Village's own fee-schedule rationale document
- Adjacent to Village Code Sec. 18-37(g) setback figures (25 ft front, 10 ft side/rear) which govern where a fence is considered within the setback
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Construction PermitVillage's combined form; select 'Fence/Wall' as the type of application
- RequiredSite Plan showing fence/wall location and dimensionsNeeded to determine whether the fence falls within the required setback area (triggering the $165.00 fee) or outside it
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fences placed within the required setback area | $165.00 | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Special Permit Fees and Inspections table, item 8 — explicitly rationalized in the Village's own fee-proposal document as 3 hours of staff… Show full citationHideVillage of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Special Permit Fees and Inspections table, item 8 — explicitly rationalized in the Village's own fee-proposal document as 3 hours of staff time at $55/hour (plan review, footing/location inspection, final inspection), adopted 'due to many issues which have been raised by many residents, Councilors, and P&Z Commissioners' |
Solar Permit (Ground-Mounted and Roof-Mounted)
VerifiedRequired for solar photovoltaic installations in Corrales. The Village's combined Application for Construction Permit distinguishes ground-mounted from roof-mounted systems, with a substantially higher flat fee for ground-mounted installations reflecting the additional structural/foundation and zoning review involved.
Verified 2026-07-05 · Source
Requirements
- A Construction Permit is required for solar installations; select 'Solar' as the type of application, specifying ground-mounted or roof-mounted
- Roof-mounted systems: $150.00 flat fee
- Ground-mounted systems: $250.00 flat fee
- Electrical connection/interconnection permitting and inspection for the solar system is handled separately through the City of Rio Rancho Building Department, consistent with Corrales' general MEP-trade referral
Required documents
- RequiredApplication for Construction PermitVillage's combined form; select 'Solar' as the type of application and specify mounting type
- RequiredPanel Layout / Mounting PlanShows panel locations, mounting/anchoring method, and (for ground-mounted systems) setback compliance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Mounted Solar | $150.00 | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Special Permit Fees and Inspections table, item 10 |
| Ground Mounted Solar | $250.00 | Village of Corrales Building Permit Fees and Rates schedule, Special Permit Fees and Inspections table, item 9 |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-05.
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