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Roof replacement in Bernalillo
In the Town of Bernalillo, a re-roof needs a building permit from the state Construction Industries Division (CID), and Town staff must review and sign off on the application first. Contractors send the application and plans to the Town's Planning and Zoning Department, which does a zoning and floodplain review, then the permit and all inspections come from CID on the Town's behalf.
How does a re-roof permit work in Bernalillo?
It is two steps. The Town's Planning and Zoning Department does the zoning and floodplain review and signs off, then the application goes to the state Construction Industries Division, which issues the permit and does the inspections.
The Town's page says contractors submit the Building Permit Application and a copy of the building plans to [email protected], and homeowners submit the Homeowner Building Permit Application. After the Town's review, staff email the review fee and then the signed application. The Planning and Zoning phone number is 505-771-7118.
What if my property is in a floodplain?
The Town says a Floodplain Development Permit may also be required, and staff will contact you if one is needed.
If you already know the property is in the floodplain, the Town asks that you submit a Floodplain Development Permit Application with your submittal. Tell your roofer so it does not delay the job.
What inspections apply?
State rules call for a decking inspection after the existing roof is removed and a final inspection when the roof is finished. CID conducts inspections for the Town.
Ask your contractor who schedules these with CID and how they keep the roof open for the decking inspection.
Who should replace a roof in Bernalillo?
A contractor licensed in roofing, which is GS-21 in New Mexico, or a GB-98 general building licensee.
Verify the license in the NM CID lookup. State rules say a person who is not appropriately licensed is not eligible to apply for a permit, apart from a homeowner permit for a residential owner.
How do I avoid a permit scam?
The Town says it will never ask for payment over the phone, by text, or through personal email, and that official communications come from an @tobnm.gov address.
If a message asks for money or personal information and you are unsure whether it is real, the Town says to call 505-867-3311 before you act.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit to re-roof in Bernalillo?
Yes. The Town says re-roofs require a CID Building Permit before construction, and Town staff must review and sign off on the application before it goes to CID.
Who issues Bernalillo's building permits and inspections?
The state Construction Industries Division issues building permits, trades permits and all inspections on behalf of the Town, after the Town's zoning and floodplain review.
How do I contact Bernalillo's Planning and Zoning Department?
The Town lists 505-771-7118 and [email protected] for Planning and Zoning.
How much does a roof replacement cost in Bernalillo?
We do not publish prices because we found no neutral public source for local costs. Get itemized written estimates from more than one licensed roofer.
Sources
- Town of Bernalillo: Planning and Zoning (building and re-roof permits)
- 14.5.2 NMAC: Permits (NM CID), including roofing, plumbing and mechanical
- 14.6.6 NMAC: Contractor license classifications and scopes (NM CID)
Facts were checked against these sources on November 12, 2026. Rules, fees, and phone numbers change, so confirm with the agency before you act. We do not publish prices.
Enchanted Pros is a directory, not a contractor. We do not dispatch crews, and nothing here is a ranking or endorsement. Verify any New Mexico contractor license with the Construction Industries Division lookup before you hire.