Swimming pool permit rules in Tijeras, NM — also covering above-ground pools, in-ground pools, and spa installations — set fencing, barrier, alarm, and inspection requirements.
Bernalillo County requires a building permit for in-ground pools, spas, and above-ground pools over 24 inches deep. Plan review covers setbacks, barriers, GFCI electrical, and Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District water considerations.
Bernalillo County Planning & Development Services issues pool permits under the 2018 International Residential Code adopted by NM via 14.7.3 NMAC. In-ground pools, spas, and above-ground pools deeper than 24 inches require a permit, plan review, and separate electrical/plumbing permits. Setbacks: typically 5 feet from property lines and 10 feet from the house foundation in residential zones per Ch. 74 zoning. Barrier requirements track IRC Appendix G: 48-inch non-climbable enclosure, self-closing/self-latching gates, and door alarms when the house forms part of the barrier. Final inspection before filling. City of Albuquerque residents file under ROA 1994 §14-4. Water-use considerations: evaporative loss in high-desert climate can exceed 6 feet/year, and pool covers are strongly encouraged under the Water Authority's conservation rules. Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District assessments may apply in irrigation zones.
Unpermitted pool: stop-work order and double-fee retroactive permit. Missing barriers: violation of IRC AG, potential red-tag preventing use. Continued non-compliance: civil penalty under NMSA §4-37-3 up to $500 per day.
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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...
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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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