Above-ground pools in Tijeras must comply with NM Residential Code if over 24 inches deep. Village pool permit required per village forms. Barrier height measured from exterior grade. Standard safety requirements apply.
Tijeras requires permits for above-ground pools exceeding 24 inches in depth or holding more than 5,000 gallons, though thresholds vary locally. Pools must meet setback requirements from property lines and structures. Barrier and fencing requirements apply to above-ground pools the same as in-ground pools, though pool walls 48 inches or higher may satisfy barrier requirements. Electrical connections must comply with NEC requirements with GFCI protection. Proper drainage must prevent discharge onto neighboring properties. Temporary inflatable pools under the depth threshold are generally exempt.
Unpermitted pools: removal or retroactive permit with double fees. Safety violations: immediate correction required. Fines $100 to $500.
Tijeras, NM
Tijeras regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound amplification permits available for events. NMSA §30-20-1 applies.
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Tijeras does not have a specific construction hours ordinance. All building requires Planning and Zoning Commission approval per §26-67. Construction noise i...
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Tijeras Animal Control Ordinance (Ord. No. 32, 1984) prohibits animals running at large. Nuisance barking is addressed under the animal ordinance and general...
Tijeras, NM
The Village of Tijeras addresses noise under general nuisance provisions in its Code of Ordinances and state law NMSA §30-20-1 (disturbing the peace). Unreas...
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Tijeras zoning code restricts commercial activity in residential zones (R-1, R-2). Commercial Business Zones (CB-1, CB-2) accommodate commercial vehicles. Bu...
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Tijeras Chapter 22 (Traffic and Vehicles) governs parking on village roads. NM state traffic laws (NMSA §66-7-351 to §66-7-353) apply. The village's rural ch...
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