Building Safety - City of Clovis, New Mexico

The Department of Building Safety is responsible for the permitting, inspection, and plan review of all building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical projects. With jurisdiction throughout the City of Clovis and a five mile extra territorial jurisdiction, as well as the City of Portales with a 3 mile extra territorial jurisdiction, the Department of Building Safety ensures that all current construction standards and codes are followed. To meet these ends, we have adopted the 2021 International Codes and the 2020 National Electric Code. Before beginning a project, please take a look around this page and contact us for information concerning specific permit applications and guidelines. As a fully integrated building services department, we will be happy to assist you with more information about inspections, code compliance, fees, and planning procedures.

Click here to access our Digital Document Library that includes applications and permits.

Please send complete applications and all drawings to buildingsafety@cityofclovis.org

Click here to read more information about the Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas 1 & 2 (MRA) Information.

See below for permitting fees in Clovis, NM

Permit Fees

Other Building Safety Divisions

Code Compliance Zoning

Contact Us!

City of Clovis Building Safety Department
Address: 1221 Mitchell Street, Clovis, New Mexico 88101
Phone: (575) 769-7829
Email: buildingsafety@cityofclovis.org
Director: Pete Wilt

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What projects require a building permit?

A: Building permits are required to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish or change the occupancy of any commercial or residential building or structure. This includes accessory buildings, curb cuts, signs, pools, and other projects and repairs to be determined by the Building Official.

Q: What projects do not require a building permit?

A: Cosmetic alterations including (but not limited to): paint, trim, floors, tile, etc.

Q: Who should obtain the permit?

A: Commercial construction requires the permit to be taken out by a contractor who is licensed by the State of New Mexico and currently holds both a New Mexico State License and a City of Clovis Business License. Residential construction permits can either be taken out by a homeowner who owns and occupies the single family residence in question or by a licensed contractor (who currently holds both a New Mexico State License and a City of Clovis Business License). Electrical, Plumbing, and Mechanical permits shall only be obtained by licensed contractors (who currently hold both a New Mexico State License and a City of Clovis Business License).

Q: When should I apply for a permit?

A: Building permit must be taken out before construction begins on any project.

Q: How do I obtain or check on a building permit?

A: You can download many applications for building permits from our Digital Document Library. You can also call the Building Inspections Division at 575-769-7829, or stop by our location, 1221 Mitchell Street, and we can help you figure out exactly what you need.

Q: How can I find who the current owner of a property is?

A: Please contact the Curry County Assessor’s office at 575-763-6581, or visit their website.

Q: What area is considered the right-of-way?

A: The actual area that is right-of-way varies due to many factors. In order to try and provide a consistent answer for the purposes of sign placement, The City of Clovis, NM generally defines the right-of-way as the area starting at the back of the curb and extending in some areas up to 10+ feet inward into the property. Temporary signs should be placed at least FIVE (5) feet behind the backside of the curb or edge of pavement.