Yes, you can build in Albuquerque. The city adopted a modern Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) in 2018 that expanded housing options. Albuquerque has affordable land and efficient permitting. Water availability and arroyo flood channels are key environmental considerations.
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ADU Status
Yes — under IDO
Common Zones
R-1, R-ML, R-MH, MX-T, MX-M, MX-H, NR-C
Permit Timeline
3–6 weeks
Key Constraint
Water rights, arroyo flood channels, volcanic soil
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