This is PermitBase’s published record for Santa Fe as of 2026-07-20. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Santa Fe building permits
VerifiedSanta Fe, New Mexico — as published 2026-07-20.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 New Mexico Commercial Building Code (2021 IBC as amended by the State of New Mexico)2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended by the State of New Mexico), plus the City of Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code (2021 International Existing Building Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as amended by the State of New Mexico), plus City of Santa Fe UPC amendments2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 National Electrical Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code (2012 National Electrical Safety Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2021 New Mexico Earthen Building Materials Code2021 New Mexico Historic Earthen Buildings Code2021 New Mexico Energy Conservation Code (2021 International Energy Conservation Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2012 New Mexico Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code (2012 Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2012 New Mexico Solar Energy Code (2012 Uniform Solar Energy Code as amended by the State of New Mexico)2021 International Fire Code, plus City of Santa Fe IFC amendmentsNew Mexico Administrative Code (NMAC) Title 14, Chapter 5: 14.5.1 General Provisions, 14.5.2 Permits, 14.5.3 Inspections2017 ICC A117.1-2017 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwellings, attached/detached units, and guesthouses in Santa Fe. Reviewed against the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended by the state) and the City of Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code, which mandates HERS and WERS energy/water performance ratings for all new residential construction.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Application and plans submitted via the Citizen Self-Service (CSS) portal or in person at the Building Permit Division (by appointment)
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended by the State of New Mexico)
- City of Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code applies: requires a Home Energy Rating Certificate (HERC) showing a HERS Index of 60 or less, a 2018 IECC Building UA Compliance Report showing 'as designed' performance better than 2018 IECC levels, an Air Leakage Report demonstrating ASHRAE 62.2-2010 ventilation compliance, and a WERS Preliminary Rating Report showing a score of 70 or less — all attached to the plan set and emailed to the City's Green Code submittal address
- Professional heating/cooling sizing calculations required (ACCA Manual S and J long-form, or equivalent such as Energy-10 for passive solar homes; Manual D required if ductwork is present) — emailed to the City but not necessarily attached to the plan set
- Pre-requisite approvals required if applicable: Historic Preservation District approval (if in one of the City's five historic districts) and/or Escarpment Overlay District approval (if in the foothills overlay)
- At project completion and before Certificate of Occupancy, the HERS rater must submit final (not preliminary) documents plus a Source Energy and Emissions Report, and the WERS rater must submit the final WERS rating, both by email to the City
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationThe City's single unified Building Permit Application form (COSFBP_APP), used for new construction, additions, alterations, and other scopes; check the applicable proposed-work box (e.g., 'New Construction')
- RequiredHome Energy Rating Certificate (HERC) and Green Code Energy ReportsHERS Index ≤60 certificate, 2018 IECC Building UA Compliance Report, and Air Leakage/ASHRAE 62.2-2010 ventilation report from a City-approved HERS rater
- RequiredWERS Preliminary Rating ReportTwo-page 'Not Final' Water Efficiency Rating Score report showing a score of 70 or less, from a City-approved WERS rater
- RequiredConstruction Drawings and Site PlanFull plan set showing site layout, structural, and architectural details compliant with the 2021 NM Residential Building Code
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees (effective 01/01/2021), Building Permit Activities — Primary Building Permit Administrative Fees section, charged 'Each' in addition to the valuation-based permit fee |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $1 to $500 | $25.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $501 to $2,000 | $25.35 for the first $500 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, up to and including $2,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $2,001 to $25,000 | $69.25 for the first $2,001 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $25,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $25,001 to $50,000 | $391.75 for the first $25,001 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $50,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $50,001 to $100,000 | $643.75 for the first $50,001 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $100,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $100,001 to $275,000 | $993.75 for the first $100,001 plus $5.93 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $275,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $275,001 to $500,000 | $1,830.00 for the first $275,001 plus $7.30 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $500,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $500,001 to $1,000,000 | $3,518.37 for the first $500,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, up to and including $1,000,000 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — construction valuation $1,000,001 and up | $5,893.37 for the first $1,000,001 plus $4.40 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Green Building Code — Early Consultation | $100.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Building Permit Activities section |
| Green Building Code — Building Permit Review (Residential) | $60.00 per hour | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Without a Permit | Double the original permit fee | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, interior remodels, and exterior alterations to existing residential structures in Santa Fe (the City's Building Permit Application lists 'Additions,' 'Exterior Alterations/Repairs,' and 'Interior Remodel' as distinct proposed-work categories on the same unified application form). Additions/remodels affecting conditioned space must comply with a Green Code Chapter 11 or Chapter 12 checklist depending on scope.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Application submitted via the City's unified Building Permit Application (COSFBP_APP), checking 'Additions,' 'Exterior Alterations/Repairs,' or 'Interior Remodel' as applicable
- Green Building Code applicability determined via the Green Code Applicability Chart: projects requiring Chapter 11 compliance must submit the Green Code Chapter 11 Checklist Worksheet; projects requiring Chapter 12 compliance must complete and submit the Chapter 12 Checklist with applicable items initialed
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended by the State of New Mexico)
- Historic Preservation District approval required first if the property is within one of the City's five historic districts and work affects the exterior
- Escarpment Overlay District approval required first if the property is within the foothills overlay district
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form used for all building-permit scopes; check 'Additions' / 'Exterior Alterations/Repairs' / 'Interior Remodel'
- RequiredGreen Code Chapter 11 or Chapter 12 ChecklistDetermined via the Green Code Applicability Chart based on project scope; Chapter 12 projects require the applicant to initial each applicable item
- RequiredSite Plan and Construction DrawingsPlans depicting the scope of addition/remodel work, structural details where applicable
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same table as new construction) | Varies by construction valuation — see the Residential Building Permit fee tiers ($25 minimum up to $5,893.37 + $4.40/$1,000 over $1,000,001) | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 applies the same valuation-based schedule to additions and remodels as to new construction |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Plan Amendment Review Fee | $60.00 per hour, minimum 2 hours | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Permit Revision (change information and reissue permit board) | $120.00 per revision | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installations, service changes, and alterations in Santa Fe. Governed by the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended statewide) and the 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code, enforced by the City's Building Division as the delegated Authority Having Jurisdiction under CID's statewide framework.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Work must comply with the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended by the State of New Mexico) and, where applicable, the 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code
- Fees are fixed amounts based on the specific type of electrical work proposed (secondary/trade permit), per the City's published fee schedule, rather than valuation-based like primary building permits
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form, submitted via the CSS portal for electrical scopes of work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Electrical Permit (Commercial & Residential) | $40.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Electrical Permit Fees section |
| Meter Loop New thru 100 AMP (Residential) | $45.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| 150-200 AMP/panel thru 200 AMP (Residential) | $72.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Over 200 AMP/Panel thru 320 AMP (Residential) | $99.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Over 320 AMP/Panel thru 400 AMP (Residential) | $225.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Over 400 AMP/Panel (Residential) | $360.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Temporary Power Pole (Commercial & Residential) | $27.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Service Change Only/No Outlets | $27.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Low Voltage | $20.00 per unit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing and gas piping installations, alterations, and fixture work in Santa Fe. Governed by the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (2021 Uniform Plumbing Code as amended by the State of New Mexico) plus City of Santa Fe UPC amendments.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Plumbing Code (2021 UPC as amended statewide) and City of Santa Fe UPC amendments
- Fixed fees apply per fixture/system type rather than a valuation-based schedule
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form, submitted via the CSS portal for plumbing/gas scopes of work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Plumbing/Gas Permit (Commercial & Residential) | $50.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Plumbing Permit Fees section |
| Water Heater | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Water Distribution System | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Building Sewer | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Each Swimming Pool (plumbing scope) | $50.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Gas Piping System | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Gas Appliance | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Water Service Line | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Sewer Connection | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, ventilation, and fuel-burning equipment installations in Santa Fe. Governed by the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as amended by the State of New Mexico).
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 UMC as amended statewide)
- Fixed fees apply per equipment/system type
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form, submitted via the CSS portal for mechanical scopes of work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Mechanical Permit (Commercial & Residential) | $40.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Mechanical Permit Fees section |
| Central Furnace | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Wall Heater | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Duct Work System | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Mini Split Installation | $10.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Evaporative Cooler | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 (listed under Plumbing Permit Fees section of the fee schedule) |
| Repairs or Additions, Heating Appliance, Refrigeration Unit, Cooling System | $8.50 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Boiler Replacement or Repair | $8.50 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Exhaust Fan | $5.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Roofing Permit (Re-Roof)
VerifiedRequired for commercial and residential roof replacement in Santa Fe, submitted via a dedicated Construction Application & Checklist for Re-Roof Submittals. Commercial re-roof projects require professional (NM-licensed design professional) seals; residential projects follow the same online CSS submittal process.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Submit online via the Citizen Self-Service (CSS) portal (santafenm-energovpub.tylerhost.net) — re-roof permits must be submitted online
- Document submittals (2 sets): Roof Plan showing type of roof system, roof slope, and roof drainage; manufacturer's specifications and installation instructions
- All commercial re-roof projects require professional seals certifying: the structure can sustain the additional dead load of the new roof system, the roof deck is structurally sound, roof drains/drainage are sufficient, the existing roof system is securely attached to the deck, the existing roof assembly above the deck is dry/not deteriorated, and fire-retardant requirements are maintained
- Escarpment Overlay District pre-approval required if applicable
- Historic Preservation District pre-approval required if the property is within one of the City's five historic districts
Required documents
- RequiredConstruction Application & Checklist — Commercial and Residential Re-Roof SubmittalsCity of Santa Fe Land Use Department's dedicated re-roof application form (MASTERBP_REROOF_APPLICATION), capturing roofing square footage, roof pitch, number of existing layers, and roof classification (A, B, or C)
- RequiredRoof PlanType of roof system, roof slope, and roof drainage (2 copies)
- RequiredManufacturer's Specifications and Installation InstructionsFor the roofing system/materials being installed (2 copies)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Assessed on construction valuation using the same primary building permit fee table as new construction | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees, effective 01/01/2021; the re-roof application form has dedicated fields for Plan Check Fee, Water Budget Fee, and Permit Fee, all computed per the published Schedule of Fees |
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof-mounted or ground-/awning-mounted photovoltaic system installation in Santa Fe. The City publishes two distinct checklists (roof-mounted; ground- or awning-mounted) governed by the 2021 New Mexico Residential/Commercial Building Code, 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code, 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code, and 2012 New Mexico Solar Energy Code.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Pre-requisite approvals required if applicable: Historic Preservation District approval (contact HPD) and/or Escarpment Overlay District approval (contact Technical Review Division)
- Roof-mounted: site plan (min. scale 1"=20') showing PV array configuration, north arrow, official property address, zone district, street names, and existing/proposed improvements
- Roof-mounted: framing plan showing the PV installation layout on existing roof-framing members, existing roof information (type and number of coverings), and proposed weatherproofing method for roof penetrations
- Manufacturer's cut-sheets and installation instructions required for all PV modules, inverter(s), combiner box, disconnects, and mounting system(s)
- Engineering calculations certified by a New Mexico-licensed engineer or architect are required when: the array exceeds 5 lbs/sq ft of roof construction load, the existing roof construction pre-dates 1986, attachments exceed 45 lbs dead load per attachment, mounting systems are of unique design, or rafters/trusses/joists are over-spanned
- Electrical one-line AND three-line diagrams required (both)
- PV systems exceeding 15 kilowatts must have electrical plans prepared and stamped by a New Mexico-licensed electrical engineer
- City aims to complete review within 3 business days of receiving two complete sets of proposed construction plans, pre-requisite compliance documents, and required information
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Checklist — Photovoltaic Systems (Roof Mounted Systems, with or without Ballast)City of Santa Fe's dedicated roof-mount solar PV submittal checklist
- RequiredBuilding Permit Checklist — Photovoltaic Systems (Ground Mounted/Awning Mounted Systems)City of Santa Fe's dedicated ground-/awning-mount solar PV submittal checklist
- OptionalSolar Escarpment Acknowledgement LetterRequired if the property is within the Escarpment Overlay District
- RequiredManufacturer's Cut-Sheets and Installation InstructionsFor all PV modules, inverters, combiner box, disconnects, and mounting systems
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Assessed on construction valuation using the primary building permit fee table | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees, effective 01/01/2021; solar PV permits are processed as standard building permits with the same valuation-based Building Permit Activities fee table |
| Solar System (Commercial or Residential) — Extension | $100.00 per extension | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Building Permit Activities section |
| Solar Space Heating System (mechanical scope) | $20.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Mechanical Permit Fees section |
| Domestic Hot Water Solar Heating System (plumbing scope) | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Plumbing Permit Fees section |
| Hot Water Solar Potable System (plumbing scope) | $10.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Plumbing Permit Fees section |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit (Electrical Permit)
VerifiedThe City of Santa Fe has no dedicated EV charger/EVSE permit checklist or fee line — confirmed by reviewing the City's full Construction Permit Submittal Checklists page, which lists dedicated Solar (roof-mounted and ground-/awning-mounted) checklists but nothing for EV chargers. An EV charging station (Level 2 or DC fast charger) installation is processed and billed as a standard Electrical Permit, governed by the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (as amended statewide) and, where applicable, the 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code, under the same fixed-fee-by-work-type schedule documented in this file's electrical-permit entry.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Work must comply with the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code (2020 NEC as amended by the State of New Mexico) and, where applicable, the 2012 New Mexico Electrical Safety Code
- Apply using the City's unified Building Permit Application (submitted via the CSS portal) for the electrical scope of work — no separate EV-charger-specific application or checklist exists
- If the EV charger installation requires a new or upgraded electrical panel/service, that scope is billed under the same Electrical Permit's amperage-tiered meter-loop/panel fee lines documented in this file's electrical-permit entry
- Fees for standalone electrical work in Santa Fe are fixed amounts based on the specific type of work (not valuation-based) — confirm with the Building Division (505-955-6600) which specific fee line applies to a dedicated EV-charger branch circuit if no panel work is involved, since the published fee schedule's electrical section does not print a distinct 'new circuit'/'branch circuit' catch-all line beyond the categories already itemized (meter loop, panel upgrade tiers, temporary power pole, service change, low voltage)
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form, submitted via the CSS portal for the electrical scope of work covering an EV charger installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Issuance of Electrical Permit (Commercial & Residential) | $40.00 per permit | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Electrical Permit Fees section — base issuance fee applicable to an EV charger electrical permit, since no dedicated EV-charger fee line exists |
| 150-200 AMP/panel thru 200 AMP (Residential) | $72.00 per permit | Applicable if the EV charger installation requires a panel upgrade in this amperage range |
| Over 200 AMP/Panel thru 320 AMP (Residential) | $99.00 per permit | Applicable if the EV charger installation requires a panel upgrade in this amperage range |
| Service Change Only/No Outlets | $27.00 per permit | May apply if the EV charger installation is billed as a service change rather than a new circuit; confirm the applicable line item with the Building Division |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (Guesthouse) Permit
VerifiedSanta Fe's building-permit process refers to accessory dwelling units as 'guesthouses.' New guesthouses follow the same New Residential Dwellings submittal checklist and building permit application as new single-family homes, and are explicitly covered by the City's Residential Green Building Code, which lists 'guest houses' alongside new single-family attached/detached units as subject to HERS/WERS requirements.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Submitted under the same 'New Residential Dwellings (Including Guesthouses)' checklist used for new single-family homes
- Subject to the City of Santa Fe Residential Green Building Code: requires a HERS Index of 60 or less and a WERS score of 70 or less, certified by City-approved raters, with preliminary reports at application and final reports before Certificate of Occupancy
- Must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Residential Building Code (2021 IRC as amended by the State of New Mexico)
- Historic Preservation District and/or Escarpment Overlay District pre-approval required if applicable
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationSame unified application form used for new residential construction, checked for 'New Construction'
- RequiredNew Residential Dwellings (Including Guesthouses) ChecklistCity of Santa Fe's submittal checklist that explicitly covers guesthouse (ADU) construction under the same standard as new single-family homes
- RequiredHERS/WERS Green Code ReportsSame energy/water performance documentation required for all new residential units per the Residential Green Building Code
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same table as new residential construction) | Assessed on construction valuation using the primary Building Permit fee table | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees, effective 01/01/2021 — the fee schedule does not publish a separate guesthouse/ADU-specific fee line; guesthouses are billed as new residential construction under the same valuation-based table |
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
| Residential Plan Review Fee | 50% of the Building Permit Fee | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Wall / Fence Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of walls and fences in Santa Fe above grade, using a dedicated Permit Submittal Checklist. Residential walls/fences are limited to 6 feet high and commercial to 8 feet high under this checklist.
Verified 2026-07-02 · Source
Requirements
- Residential fences/walls up to 6 ft high; commercial up to 8 ft high
- Address assignment or verification required if the property address hasn't been assigned or needs verification
- Historic Preservation Approval Letter required if the property is located in a historic overlay district
- Escarpment Overlay District approval required if the property is in the escarpment/foothill overlay district
- Flood Zone/Plain verification required if the property is located within a flood zone
- Driveway Sight Visibility approval required if the fence/wall abuts a driveway on the subject or neighboring property, or if the property is on a street corner
- Proof of Legal Lot of Record required (city-approved subdivision plat or survey; in its absence, a warranty deed and/or survey dated prior to 1962 describing the metes and bounds)
- Scaled site plan (minimum 1"=20') showing north arrow, official property address, zoning district, street names, lot dimensions, existing/proposed improvements, parking layout, easements, existing impervious areas, existing and proposed walls/fences, and flood zones/drainage
- Fence/wall sections (minimum 1/4"=1') showing elevation with height from finish grade to top of fence or wall
- All commercial submittals must have plans stamped by a New Mexico-registered design professional; per IBC Section 1205, commercial sheds require lighting
Required documents
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit Division — Permit Submittal Checklist, Fence & WallDedicated checklist for fence/wall permit submittals (BP_WALL_FENCE_CHECKLIST_COMBINED), available in English and Spanish
- RequiredCity of Santa Fe Building Permit ApplicationCompleted in full, blue or black ink only
- RequiredProof of Legal Lot of RecordCity-approved subdivision plat/survey, or warranty deed/survey dated prior to 1962, available from the Santa Fe County Clerk's office
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Assessed on construction valuation using the primary Building Permit fee table | City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Schedule of Fees, effective 01/01/2021 |
| Administrative Fee | $40.00 | Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 |
Sources & verification
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