Albuquerque IDO home occupation rules limit customer traffic to maintain residential character. High-traffic businesses may require home occupation approval from the city. Even 'no customers' businesses must still register and comply with zoning.
Albuquerque home occupation permits limit customer/client visits to maintain residential character. Where allowed, visits typically limited to 1 to 2 at a time. No commercial deliveries by large trucks. Parking for clients must not impact neighbors. Retail with walk-in customers universally prohibited. Service-based businesses with client visits may be allowed with limits. NM’s artisan and craft traditions may have separate market/fair provisions.
Excessive traffic complaints: permit review. Revocation for repeat violations. Cease-and-desist order.
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque Code Section 8-5-2-3 declares a vehicle abandoned if it sits unattended on a public street for 36 hours, on private property without owner consen...
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque has no city ordinance restricting lawn ornaments on residential property. IDO landscaping requirements focus on water conservation (xeriscape) an...
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque has no city ordinance regulating residential inflatable holiday displays. IDO Section 14-16-5-9 noise standards could theoretically apply to over...
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque has no municipal ordinance regulating residential holiday lights. Display timing, brightness, and animation are governed by HOA/condo covenants a...
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque requires building permits for outdoor kitchens with gas lines, electrical wiring, plumbing, or structural roofs. Trade permits route through the ...
Albuquerque, NM
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