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Mechanical / HVAC Permit in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Required 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

When you need this permit

  • Work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 UMC as amended statewide)
  • Fixed fees apply per equipment/system type

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Fee schedule

Issuance of Mechanical Permit (Commercial & Residential)Fee Schedule effective 01/01/2021, Mechanical Permit Fees section
$40.00 per permit
Central FurnaceFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$10.00 per permit
Wall HeaterFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$10.00 per permit
Duct Work SystemFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$10.00 per permit
Mini Split InstallationFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$10.00
Evaporative CoolerFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021 (listed under Plumbing Permit Fees section of the fee schedule)
$10.00 per permit
Repairs or Additions, Heating Appliance, Refrigeration Unit, Cooling SystemFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$8.50
Boiler Replacement or RepairFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$8.50
Exhaust FanFee Schedule effective 01/01/2021
$5.00 per permit

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Santa Fe building department
~1–5 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough Inspection

    All mechanical work covered by the permit, installed and before being covered or concealed; per NMAC 14.5.3.9.D(1)

  2. 2

    Temporary Heat (if applicable)

    Per NMAC 14.5.3.9.D(2)

  3. 3

    Final

    All mechanical work installed, covered, and fixtures/appliances attached; per NMAC 14.5.3.9.D(3)

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

Tips

  • Mechanical permit fees are itemized per equipment type (e.g., $10 for a central furnace or mini-split, $8.50 for a boiler repair) plus the base $40 Issuance of Mechanical Permit fee.

Frequently asked questions

Santa Fe requires a mechanical / hvac permit for: Work must comply with the 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code (2021 UMC as amended statewide); Fixed fees apply per equipment/system type. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Santa Fe Planning, Land Use and Housing Department — Building Division (Permitting) at (505) 955-6571 (Planning, Land Use and Housing Department main line); Building Permit Division direct: (505) 955-6588 before starting work.

In Santa Fe, the published Issuance of Mechanical Permit (Commercial & Residential) is: $40.00 per permit. Additional published fees: Central Furnace — $10.00 per permit; Wall Heater — $10.00 per permit; Duct Work System — $10.00 per permit; Mini Split Installation — $10.00; Evaporative Cooler — $10.00 per permit; Repairs or Additions, Heating Appliance, Refrigeration Unit, Cooling System — $8.50; Boiler Replacement or Repair — $8.50; Exhaust Fan — $5.00 per permit. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a mechanical / hvac permit in Santa Fe typically runs 1–5 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Santa Fe Planning, Land Use and Housing Department — Building Division (Permitting) at (505) 955-6571 (Planning, Land Use and Housing Department main line); Building Permit Division direct: (505) 955-6588.

You'll need: City of Santa Fe Building Permit Application. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Santa Fe requires 3 inspection(s) for a mechanical / hvac permit, in order: Rough Inspection, Temporary Heat (if applicable), Final. Schedule each through City of Santa Fe Planning, Land Use and Housing Department — Building Division (Permitting) ((505) 955-6571 (Planning, Land Use and Housing Department main line); Building Permit Division direct: (505) 955-6588).

Apply through City of Santa Fe Planning, Land Use and Housing Department — Building Division (Permitting) at Santa Fe City Hall, 200 Lincoln Ave., 1st Floor (southwest entrance facing Marcy Street nearest the Convention Center), Santa Fe, NM 87501; Mailing: City of Santa Fe Building Permit Division, P.O. Box 909, Santa Fe, NM 87504-0909. Phone: (505) 955-6571 (Planning, Land Use and Housing Department main line); Building Permit Division direct: (505) 955-6588, email: permitcounter@santafenm.gov. Office hours: By appointment only, 8:00 a.m.–Noon and 1:00–4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. Drop-off hours for revision/amendment submittals only: Monday–Thursday 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.. Official information: https://www.santafenm.gov/land-use/building-permits.

Santa Fe, New Mexico has 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 Code; 2021 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 amendments; 2021 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 Code; 2021 New Mexico Historic Earthen Buildings Code; 2021 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 amendments; New Mexico Administrative Code (NMAC) Title 14, Chapter 5: 14.5.1 General Provisions, 14.5.2 Permits, 14.5.3 Inspections; 2017 ICC A117.1-2017 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. Local amendments apply — see the Santa Fe overview page for the full list.

The 2021 New Mexico Mechanical Code, based on the 2021 Uniform Mechanical Code as amended statewide by New Mexico.

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

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