Shed permit rules in Albuquerque, NM — also referred to as storage shed, backyard shed, or accessory building regulations — set size limits, setbacks, and when a building permit is required.
Albuquerque — one-story detached accessory buildings used as tool storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses may not require a building permit if they meet size thresholds. Walls less than 5 ft from property line must be one-hour fire resistive.
Under the City of Albuquerque Uniform Administrative Code, a building permit is not required for one-story detached accessory buildings used as tool storage sheds, playhouses, and similar uses, provided they meet certain size thresholds. However, walls that are less than 5 feet from the property line must be one-hour fire resistive. Sheds must comply with IDO setback requirements. Accessory structures must be placed in side or rear yards and should not obstruct public sidewalks. For larger or more complex accessory buildings, a building permit with construction drawings and a scaled site plan is required.
Unpermitted structure: retroactive permit with penalty. Non-compliant setback: modification or removal.
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