Building Safety Division
Starting on May 30, 2025, the Building Safety permit counter will be closed every Friday from 7:30 am to 11:30 am. This temporary closure will not affect the public from accessing the ABQ-Plan permitting portal, inspection scheduling, or permit applications.
Contact
Please call to schedule an appointment if you need individual attention.
Building Permits & Plan Review
505-924-3320,
Plaza Del Sol
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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
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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.
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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:
Our Services
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.
View information on:
- Who needs to apply for a permit
- What type of permit is needed
- How to apply
- Permit status
- Canceling a permit
Project Plans: Submit for Review
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
Fees for Project Plan Review & Permits
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.
View information on:
- Permit fee estimates
- How to pay plan review and permit fees
Building Fee Estimator & Payment
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
- Emergency inspections
- Inspection record requests
- Bi-Annual/Annual 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.
Online Certificate of Occupancy Appointment Scheduling
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Building Safety Resources
Find resources to help you through the permitting process.
Building Codes
Find current City and State code information.
Next Request
Make public records requests.