Rules for ZIP Code 87124
Rio Rancho, NM Β· Sandoval County
108 local rules on file for this area.
ZIP code 87124 is governed by the city of Rio Rancho, NM, home to about 96% of the ZIP's residents. The ordinances shown below come from Rio Rancho's own code and apply to residential and commercial properties within its limits, from noise restrictions and parking to building permits and animal regulations.
Each topic below links to the full ordinance breakdown with specific code sections, fine amounts, and answers to common questions. The data is sourced from the official municipal code and verified by our editorial team.
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These are the local rules that apply to ZIP code 87124 based on Rio Rancho ordinances.
Noise Ordinances
6 rulesFence Regulations
5 rulesProperty Maintenance
2 rulesLandscaping Rules
3 rules- Native PlantsSignificant
- Water RestrictionsSome
- Weed OrdinancesSome
Sidewalk & Pedestrian Rules
3 rules- Obstruction RulesSignificant
- Sidewalk RepairSome
- Encroachment PermitsSome
Public Health Rules
1 rule- Rodent ControlSome
Trash & Recycling
8 rulesNoise from Specific Sources
3 rulesHome Business
4 rules- Signage RulesSignificant
- Home DaycareSome
- Zoning & Home Occupation PermitsSome
- Customer Traffic RestrictionsSome
Cannabis Regulations
2 rules- Dispensary ZoningSignificant
- Buffer ZonesSignificant
Environmental Rules
3 rules- Flood Elevation RequirementsSome
- Flood ZonesSignificant
- Erosion ControlSome
Building Safety
5 rulesAnimal Ordinances
10 rules- Veterinary Clinic ZoningSignificant
- Breed RestrictionsSignificant
- Cat RulesSome
- Dog Leash LawsSome
- Mandatory Spay/NeuterSignificant
Fire Regulations
5 rules- Outdoor BurningSignificant
- Smoke DetectorsSome
- Fire Pits & Backyard FiresFew
- FireworksSignificant
- Propane StorageSome
Water Use Rules
2 rules- Leak Reporting DutySome
- Recycled Water RulesSignificant
Hotels & Lodging
1 ruleParking Rules
8 rulesMobility & Curb Rules
2 rules- Bike Lane RulesSome
- Red-Light CamerasSome
Special Events & Permits
2 rules- Block Party PermitsSignificant
- Parade PermitsSome
Short-Term Rentals
8 rules- Host Presence RuleSome
- Night CapsSignificant
- Short-Term Rental Parking RulesSome
- Taxes & FeesSome
- Insurance RequirementsSome
Business Licensing & Operations
5 rules- PawnbrokersSignificant
- Secondhand DealersSome
- Tattoo & Body ModificationHeavy
- Adult EntertainmentSignificant
- Auto Repair on Residential PropertyHeavy
Soliciting & Door-to-Door
2 rulesRental Inspections
1 rule- Inspection ProgramsSignificant
Accessory Structures
3 rules- ADU RulesSome
- Shed & Carport RulesSome
- Garage ConversionsHeavy
Sign Regulations
3 rules- Window SignsSome
- Digital BillboardsSignificant
- Holiday DisplaysFew
Outdoor Lighting
2 rulesPublic Conduct
4 rules- Public Alcohol UseSome
- Loitering RulesSome
- JaywalkingSome
- Skateboarding RulesSome
Swimming Pools & Spas
2 rules- Pool PermitsSome
- Fencing & Safety RequirementsSignificant