Administrative Permits

(Building Permit, Commercial Business License, Demolition, Excavation/Barricade, Fence, Parcel Permit, Pool, Re-Roof, Commercial Sign, Solar Panel)

We cannot accept online submittals at this time. Please drop of two (2) complete sets of plans with the filled out application form at our office at 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW. Our office is open 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday. We have a drop-off box outside our main doors under an overhang. Documents submitted outside our hours or on the weekends may be dropped off there but the Village holds no responsibility for the documents in the event they are damaged or stolen. Please do not leave payment in the drop-off box. Staff will call when we have the invoice is available and plans are ready for pick-up.

Download and fill out the application below, and include all required supplemental documents listed on the application form. If you’re applying for a building permit, please email Michelle Austin with the address of the property, approximate added square footage, and the proposed use (ex. garage, main house, guest house). There are two different types of residential building permits, and this information allows staff to narrow down which one to send you.

Applications Requiring Planning & Zoning Commission and/or Board of Trustees Approval

You must submit a complete application form with all supplemental documents by 5:00 pm on the deadline. For any questions, please call Brennon Williams at 505-344-6582.

Other Requests

Animal Control can be reached via email or phone: (505) 344-6582 ext. 112 or (505) 977-4830. You can also submit an animal control complaint below.

Code Enforcement can be reached via email or phone: (505) 344-6582

Most cities, counties, towns, and villages require forms, permits and applications for a variety of work.  Examples include special events, public records, animal control complaints, road excavation or barricades, you will want to ensure the proper paperwork is successfully completed, submitted, and approved.  

Planning and Zoning related permits and applications are required before certain property changes and uses can go forward — whether it’s demolishing an old building or constructing a new one. We all depend on local government to regulate these activities to protect us from property-related disasters. Flooded basements or fire from electrical shorts are examples, as well as building collapses due to structural failure.  Permits protect your family, your home, and help prevent mistakes. When you take out a permit, you are paying to have a certified inspector come out and ensure that work is done safely and to code.

Please note, there is a fee for some permits and applications.  The Village does not accept credit cards over the phone. We accept cash, check, or credit (all except American Express) in person.   

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUIREMENTS: For applications that are administratively approved by the Planning & Zoning Director or are heard at a public hearing before the Planning & Zoning Commission or Board of Trustees.

• 1099-MISC Vendor Tax Form

• Agriculture Tax Exemption Information

• Animal Control Complaint

• Appeal Form of a P & Z Determination; Resolution No. 2007-4-2 (Rules for Appeals); Resolution No. 2012-1-3 (Fees); Ordinance No. 258 (Appeals)

• Building Permits*

• Cell Tower Zone Review Permit - For non-structural modifications to existing wireless telecommunication facilities. For structural modifications or for a new cell tower, contact the Planning & Zoning Department to schedule a pre-consultation appointment.

• Conditional Use Application - Applicant may schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for print only version.

• Excavation / Barricade Permit Application

• Demolition Permit

• Event Permit (Private)

• Facility Rental Permit (e.g. Alfredo Garcia Community Barn, Larry P. Abraham Agri-Nature Center, etc.)

• Fence Permit

• Film Permit

• Noise Permit (Temporary) - For activities (i.e. events, construction) that may create excessive noise. Click here for the print only version.

• Parcel Permits - For Realtors.

• Pilot Project (for Conservation Development) - Applicant is strongly advised to schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for print only version.

  • Conservation Development Standards Permit - Applications will only be accepted for Board of Trustees approved pilot projects. Applicant is strongly advised to schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for print only version.

• Pool Permits

• Public Records Request

• Re-Roof Permit

• Site Development Plan - Three-step (sketch, preliminary, final) public hearing process for commercial and large-scale residential development. Applicant is advised to schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for sketch plat review application (click here for print only version). Click here for preliminary and final application (click here for print only version).

• Sign Permit

• Solar Panel Permit

• Subdivision Application*

• Vendor Application

• Variance Request - Applicant is advised to schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for print only version.

• Zoning Certification Application - For state liquor license applications and to provide information for current or prospective residents and businesses. Staff will write letter confirming zoning and requested specifics to address. Click here for print only version.

• Zone Map Amendment Request - Applicant is strongly advised to schedule a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning & Zoning Department before submitting application. Click here for print only version.

* Please note, if no link is provided above, you must come in to Village Hall for a pre-consultation appointment with the Planning and Zoning Department.  To arrange your appointment or if you do not see the form you are looking for, please call Village Hall at (505) 344-6582. Forms can be dropped off at Village of Los Ranchos, 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107, via email at pandz@losranchosnm.gov.  Some applications/requests require an in-person submittal and review.

You may submit your public records request electronically by filling out the form below.  Alternatively, if you would like to print your request and submit via postal mail, or drop if off in person, please click here.  Our mailing address is 6718 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Los Ranchos, NM 87107.  Please click here for more information on how to inspect and obtain copies of public records.  Click here to view the New Mexico Attorney General's Office compliance guide for inspecting public records.