Land Use & Zoning
In New Mexico, a property owner who disagrees with a zoning board's denial of their variance request may:
AAppeal to the NMREC
BAppeal to the local Board of Zoning Appeals, then to district court✓ Correct
CIgnore the ruling and proceed with construction
DOnly accept the decision with no recourse
Explanation
The administrative appeal process for zoning decisions typically goes to the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA), and if still unsatisfied, the property owner may seek judicial review in New Mexico district court.
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