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The Planning & Zoning Division is involved in a myriad of services from initial development review procedures to long-range planning activities. The division administers the Comprehensive Master Plan and the Railroad District Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan.
Are you thinking about replacing your fence, installing a storage shed, building a carport, or widening your driveway? If so, and you live in the city, you likely need to obtain a permit. Please learn more about when a permit is required.
You can find more information about permitting and other requirements for specific projects by reading the articles in the Community Development "Proper Permitting and Planning" series.
Article 1: Fences and Walls
Article 2: Storage Sheds, Workshops and Accessory Structures
Article 3: Carports and Garages
Article 4: Porches, Patio Covers and Additions
Article 5: Remodels
Article 6: Sidewalks and Curb Cuts
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Please feel free to contact the Planning & Zoning Division about any application submissions prior to doing so if you have any questions.
The Code Enforcement Division works to ensure Roswell remains a desirable place to live and do business by enforcing city codes that promote the health, safety and welfare of all citizens.
What is Code Enforcement?
Code Enforcement officers work with residents, businesses and other organizations to:
--Empower our community through education and awareness of city ordinances
--Facilitate compliance with city ordinances
--Develop outreach programs
--Initiate special programs targeting specific problems
Enforcement includes ordinances dealing with:
Inoperable vehicles
Nuisances
Obstruction of streets and sidewalks
Littering
Recreational vehicles
Information on these and other topics can be found in the city ordinances. Citizens can report potential violations by calling (575) 637-6280.
Notice of Potential Code Violation FormBuilding Division
The Building Division is charged with ensuring that construction is done appropriately and to the International Building Code. The Building Division issues permits for Building, Electrical, Plumbing/Mechanical, Homeowner Plumbing, and Re-roofing. These applications are available below.
mission
of the Community Development Department is to provide for the highest quality of life for the city's residents by employing the best principles and practices for land development, affordable housing provision, and appropriate building design in order to preserve our unique community character, while providing excellence in customer service with honesty, integrity, foresight, compassion, fairness and transparency as we seek to create a sustainable environment for future generations.
Planning & Zoning Division
Services
The Planning & Zoning Division is involved in a myriad of services from initial development review procedures to long-range planning activities. The division administers the Comprehensive Master Plan and the Railroad District Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan.
Permitting
Article 1: Fences and Walls
Article 2: Storage Sheds, Workshops and Accessory Structures
Article 3: Carports and Garages
Article 5: Remodels
Article 6: Sidewalks and Curb Cuts
Planning & Zoning Commission
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
Please feel free to contact the Planning & Zoning Division about any application submissions prior to doing so if you have any questions.
Code Enforcement Division
The Code Enforcement Division works to ensure Roswell remains a desirable place to live and do business by enforcing city codes that promote the health, safety and welfare of all citizens.
What is Code Enforcement?
Code Enforcement officers work with residents, businesses and other organizations to:--Empower our community through education and awareness of city ordinances
--Facilitate compliance with city ordinances
--Develop outreach programs
--Initiate special programs targeting specific problems
Enforcement includes ordinances dealing with:
Inoperable vehiclesNuisances
Obstruction of streets and sidewalks
Littering
Recreational vehicles
Information on these and other topics can be found in the city ordinances. Citizens can report potential violations by calling (575) 637-6280.
Notice of Potential Code Violation Form
Building Division
The Building Division is charged with ensuring that construction is done appropriately and to the International Building Code. The Building Division issues permits for Building, Electrical, Plumbing/Mechanical, Homeowner Plumbing, and Re-roofing. These applications are available below.
Business License Division
Business Licensing is charged with issuing business licenses for new business and renewals of previously issued licenses. These applications are available below.
Ordinance & Map
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Community Development
Physical Address
415 and 421 N Richardson Avenue
Roswell, NM 88201
Phone: (575) 637-6280Fax: (575) 624-6818
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Bill Morris
Community Development DirectorPhone: (575) 637-6223
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Merideth Hildreth
Zoning AdministratorPhone: (575) 637-6294
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Miguel Martinez
Zoning TechPhone: (575) 637-6218
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Miller Butts
Building OfficialPhone: (575) 637-6286
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Bill Bartlett
Code Enforcement SupervisorPhone: (575) 637-6211
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Nikomi Bejarano
Business LicensesPhone: (5750 637-6208