Code Enforcement
The
mission of the Code Enforcement Division is to regulate
the occupancy level and maintenance of all residential structures
within the City in order to safeguard life, health, property and
public welfare.
This Division enforces the Uniform Residential Code to ensure the dwelling units in the City are decent, safe and sanitary. To accomplish this goal, the Division works with tenants and concerned neighborhood associations, and also accepts referrals from other agencies.
Code Enforcement is located on the 5th floor of Plaza del Sol. This Division also plays a major role in the Mayor's Nuisance Abatement Task Force.
The City of Albuquerque's Comprehensive Zone Code
Housing Advisory and Appeals Committee (HAAC)
Directional bandit sign usage in the City's right of ways is 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, administered by the Home Builders Association of Central New Mexico, visit this website 
or contact Katherine Martinez, Director of Government Affairs.
Housing Advisory and Appeals Committee (HAAC)
The Housing Advisory and Appeals Committee provides the final interpretation of the provisions of the Uniform Housing Code and hears appeals related to this code, Section 14-3-5-2.The seven member committee also acts as an advisory body to the Department of Human Services in the administration and enforcement of the Uniform Housing Code and provides other functions that may be provided for elsewhere.
By ordinance, the committee consists of representatives and alternates from the Departments of Finance and Management, Planning, Legal and the Mayor’s Office.The Mayor also appoints two representatives from the recognized neighborhood associations and the building industry to represent their interests.
Agendas and Actions
The HAAC conduct their public hearings on the second Tuesday of each month, if an appeal has been scheduled, in the Plaza del Sol hearing room at 600 2nd Street NW in downtown Albuquerque. Hearings generally begin at 2:00 p.m. and conclude when adjourned by the HAAC Chair.
Comments To: Juanita Garcia, Planning Department, 600 Second Street NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102, 505-924-3823.
Appeals are accepted in the Mayor’s office, 11th floor 1 Civic Plaza. To view the HAAC agendas and actions, click here. To download a copy of the HAAC appeal form, click here.Other useful links:
Is my neighborhood governed by covenants? Contact the County Clerk or call 505-468-1920.
Information on Accessory Buildings
How do I obtain a Business License in the City of Albuquerque?
Frequently asked questions on Housing Code Regulations
Information on Inoperable or Dismantled Vehicles
Motor Vehicle Department Dealer Certification
Frequently asked questions on Residential Regulations
Who do I call if I have mold in my house?
Zoning Code Enforcement Complaint