BUILDING PERMITS

   406 W. Mermod

 

 

 

A building permit is a license which grants legal permission to start construction of a building project. These permits allow the enforcement of the adopted building codes to aid in the protection of public health, safety and welfare. In almost every case in point of construction, no matter the magnitude, a valid permit is required. Instances for such permit include deconstruction/reconstruction of sheet rock, roofing, window replacement, new fence construction or repair of existing fence, demolitions, cement work and more.

 

The following are posted as an example basis of permit fees. Other costs and regulations may apply. For additional information and a full list please contact the Licensing and Permits Department:

 

•  Address Assignment Application 
•  Placement or Movement of a Structure

Sewer Tap: $4

*Contractor has to pull [pay for and pick up] permit.

Curb-cuts: $5
*For information and a request, please contact Public Works

Roofing: Charged by square footage.

Signs: $20 (for over $1000)
           $10 (under $1000)

Other Projects: Charged according to cost of project.

 

** Permits must be visibly displayed while project is in progress. **

 

 

Contact: K.C. Cass
Email: k.c.cass_at_cityofcarlsbadnm_dot_com
Phone: (575) 887-1191 ext 7922