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Building Safety Division
The Building Safety Division issues building and trade permits, and conducts inspections for residential and commercial new construction, additions and remodel work. All permits are issued and inspections are completed according to the Uniform Administrative Code of the City of Albuquerque.
Contact
Please call to schedule an appointment if you need individual attention.
Building Permits & Plan Review 505-924-3320, Plaza Del Sol See Plaza Del Sol on a map 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday
Building Inspections, Electrical Inspections, Plumbing Inspections, Mechanical Inspections & Trade Permits 505-924-3320, Plaza Del Sol See Plaza Del Sol on a map 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday
Division Manager, James Perez 505-924-3313
Notice
Effective December 14, 2023 the following codes have been adopted by the City of Albuquerque:
The 2021 New Mexico Commercial Building Code
The 2021 New Mexico Residential Code
The 2021 New Mexico Existing Building Code
On September 28, 2023 the 2020 New Mexico Electrical Code went into effect.
On February 2, 2024 the 2023 Uniform Administrative Code of the City of Albuquerque went into effect.
Average Permit Issuance Times January 1, 2026 to Present
How We Serve You
We support you with electrical permits and inspections, plumbing permits and inspections, mechanical permits and inspections, building permits and inspections, public records, and code compliance questions. Learn more about the Planning Department.
Find more information below and learn how we can help you with your building:
Permits: Types, Application, Status & Cancellation
A building permit is an official approval issued by the City of Albuquerque, that allows a homeowner or contractor to proceed with a new construction or property remodeling project. There is more than one type of permit and it is important to know what permit(s) are needed.
Submit project plans to apply for a building permit and build in Albuquerque. The plan review process available to developers, contractors, architects, and homeowners.
View information on:
Documents needed for Site Plan/Plot Plan, Construction Drawing, and/or Supporting Documents
Submitting plans
Submitting documents with ePlan - a free electronic plan review process
Submitting documents with FasTrax - a fee-based, expedited plan review process
Plan review fees are due at the time you submit your application and plans. Permit fees are due once you are notified the plan review has been completed and plans have been approved.
Inspections
Inspections are required during the construction process and after permits are issued. Inspections are required to ensure compliance with approved plans and ordinances. All work must be inspected during different stages of the construction process.
View information on:
When inspections are required
Requesting an inspection
On-site and virtual inspections
Residential, Commercial, Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical Inspections
Online Certificate of Occupancy Appointment Scheduling
The Planning Department has introduced a new online portal for scheduling Certificate of Occupancy appointments. This allows customers to book their appointments in advance to reduce wait times. Please follow all the steps in the online portal so our Planning Research Coordinators can properly prepare for your appointment.
You can now book an appointment to discuss comments with the Building Safety Plan Reviewers. This online appointment booking allows you to discuss any comments on your plans to help expedite the revision process. Please note that you must have a set of plans submitted and our Plan Reviewers can only meet with you if you are a contact on the application.
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