What Tijeras Regulates: A Complete Ordinance Overview

Tijeras, New Mexico may not be the biggest city in the state, but it has its own set of local rules that residents need to follow. With 41 tracked ordinances across 11 categories, there is more here than you might expect.

Short-Term Rentals

Occupancy Limits: Tijeras Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Sec. 26-861 et seq.

Also covered: Taxes & Fees (moderate), Insurance Requirements (moderate), Noise Rules (moderate). See the full short-term rentals guide for Tijeras for details.

Animal Ordinances

Breed Restrictions: Tijeras Ordinance No. 32, §VI(I) (1984) — BANS ownership or possession of American Pit Bull Terriers within village limits.

Also covered: Beekeeping (permissive), Dog Leash Laws (strict), Exotic Pets (moderate). See the full animal ordinances guide for Tijeras for details.

Noise Ordinances

Amplified Music & Events: Tijeras regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events.

Also covered: Construction Hours (permissive), Quiet Hours (moderate), Barking Dogs (moderate). See the full noise ordinances guide for Tijeras for details.

Accessory Structures

Carport Rules: Tijeras Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance treats carports as accessory structures. Per the Article VI use table, accessory structures of 450 sq.

Also covered: Garage Conversions (moderate), ADU Rules (moderate), Shed Rules (moderate). See the full accessory structures guide for Tijeras for details.

Environmental Rules

Flood Zones: Tijeras is located in the Tijeras Canyon at the base of the Sandia Mountains with potential flash flood risk from arroyos. FEMA flood zone maps apply.

Fire Regulations

Outdoor Burning: Open burning in Tijeras is highly restricted due to wildfire risk in the East Mountains. NMAC 14.10.5 (state open burning rule) applies.

Also covered: Fire Pit Rules (strict), Fireworks (strict). See the full fire regulations guide for Tijeras for details.

Landscaping Rules

Grass Height Limits: Tijeras has no specific grass height ordinance. The village's rural mountain character means natural vegetation is common.

Also covered: Water Restrictions (moderate), Tree Trimming (permissive), Weed Ordinances (moderate). See the full landscaping rules guide for Tijeras for details.

Parking Rules

RV & Boat Parking: Tijeras has a rural mountain character with minimum 1-acre lots in R-1 zones, providing ample space for RV storage on private property. Vehicles must not obstruct public rights-of-way.

Also covered: Driveway Rules (permissive), Commercial Vehicle Restrictions (moderate), Street Parking Limits (permissive). See the full parking rules guide for Tijeras for details.

Fence Regulations

Height Limits: Tijeras Ordinance No. 240 regulates fence and wall construction.

Also covered: Neighbor Fence Rules (permissive), Permit Requirements (moderate). See the full fence regulations guide for Tijeras for details.

Home Business

Zoning Restrictions: Tijeras Ordinance No. 240 includes allowable uses table (§26-942) that governs what activities are permitted in each zone.

Also covered: Customer Traffic Restrictions (moderate), Signage Rules (moderate). See the full home business guide for Tijeras for details.

Swimming Pools & Spas

Fencing Requirements: Swimming pools in Tijeras require a village pool permit. NM Residential Code (IRC Ch.

Also covered: Above-Ground Pools (moderate), Safety Rules (strict). See the full swimming pools & spas guide for Tijeras for details.

What to Do With This Information

If you are moving to Tijeras, buying a home, or starting a project, use this as a starting point. Each category links to detailed pages with the full text, penalties, and FAQs. Verify anything time-sensitive with Tijeras's city hall or code enforcement office.