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Building and Safety Division

apartments The Building Safety Division administers the building permit process for both residential and commercial construction. This is a fundamental process for ensuring the protection of life and property. The process begins with the submittal of construction documents which are reviewed for compliance with applicable building codes and standards. Approved projects are issued a building permit allowing construction to begin. The Division also conducts field inspections to monitor compliance. The inspection process culminates with the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.

For more information regarding building permits, contact the Building Safety Division.

The 2007 Energy Conservation Code

Preface
2007 Energy Conservation Code Volume I
2007 Energy Conservation Code Volume II

Albuquerque's Green Building Program

Information on Solar Rights

APS School Facility Fee Frequently Asked Questions

What is the School Facility Fee?
A school facility fee must be paid to the Albuquerque Public Schools for any person(s) applying for a building permit for construction of a new single or multi-family residential building(s) on lots platted within the City of Albuquerque after October 31, 2006. These fees will help with the construction and maintenance of new and existing schools within the APS district.

Whom does it affect?
The school facility fee applies to new residential construction for single-family houses, apartments, condominiums, townhouses, etc. This does not affect permits for non-residential commercial properties (office, retail, etc), additions, or renovations. For single or multi-family residential lots platted after October 31, 2006, you will have to pay a school facility fee for each residential unit being constructed. For single or multi-family residential lots platted on or before October 31, 2006, you will be exempt from the school facility fee. Note: If you are exempt, you will still have to obtain the School Facility Fee Payment Acknowledgement form (which will reflect your exemption of payment) for each building permit application.

APS School Facility Fee Data

Directional bandit sign usage in the City's right of ways illegal. The City has increased the fine associated with bandit signs to $500.00 per sign, per day. For information on how to use the City approved Directional Sign Program, administeredby the Home Builders Association of Central New Mexico, visit this website or contact Katherine Martinez, Director of Government Affairs.

Information about Asbestos in the Home

Plan Review Section at 924-3963;
Building Inspections and Re-Roof Permits, 924-3326
Plumbing and Mechanical Inspections and Permits, 924-3310
Electrical Inspections and Permits, 924-3311

All of the building codes and standards that the Building and Safety Division enforces are listed in the 2007 Uniform Administrative Code of the City of Albuquerque (Albuquerque's Building Code).

Amendments to the New Mexico Building Code Exhibit A

Currently adopted codes include:

The 2003 International Building Code
The 2003 International Existing Buildings Code
The 2003 International Residential Code
The 2003 International Energy Conservation Code (Until April 1, 2008)
The 2007 Albuquerque Energy Conservation Code - Volumes I and II (After April 1, 2008)
The 2003 Uniform Mechanical Code
The 2003 Uniform Plumbing Code
The 2005 National Electrical Code

If not available at local bookstores, or at the public library, the International Codes can be ordered on the International Code Council website and the Uniform Codes can be ordered on the National Fire Protection Association website. The National Electrical Code is available on both websites.