Aircraft noise in New Mexico is governed exclusively by federal law. The FAA preempts state and local regulation of flight operations, leaving municipalities unable to impose curfews or noise limits on aircraft in flight.
Under the Federal Aviation Act and Airline Deregulation Act, the FAA holds exclusive authority over aircraft operations, flight paths, altitudes, and in-flight noise. New Mexico statutes recognize this preemption, and the New Mexico Aviation Division (NMSA 64-1-1 et seq.) operates within the federal framework. Municipalities cannot ban overflights, set altitude minimums, or impose flight curfews. Airport proprietors may impose limited, non-discriminatory restrictions on ground operations under the Airport Noise and Capacity Act of 1990, but only with FAA approval. Noise complaints generally must be directed to the FAA or airport operator.
Local noise ordinances applied to aircraft are unenforceable and subject to federal injunction; airport proprietor restrictions require federal approval before enforcement.
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Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos commercial vehicle parking is regulated through zoning. Commercial activity is primarily allowed in A-C (Agricultural-Commercial) and V-C (Villag...
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos driveway rules are governed by village zoning code. The rural/agricultural character of the village means less restrictive driveway parking than ...
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos parking regulated under village zoning code §9.2.18 (Off-street Parking Regulations). Many village roads are narrow and rural without curbing. NM...
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos zoning code addresses parking of oversized vehicles. The agricultural/residential character of the village provides more flexibility for RV stora...
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos village zoning code — front yard solid walls max 4 ft; side and rear yard solid walls max 6 ft. Open fencing may be placed on a 4-ft solid wall t...
Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM
Los Ranchos requires a building permit for all solid walls and fences. Applications with two complete sets of plans must be dropped off at Village Hall (6718...
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