Land Use & Zoning
In New Mexico, a 'Type A' zoning violation notice typically requires:
AA criminal court appearance
BThe property owner to correct the violation within a specified time or face fines✓ Correct
CImmediate demolition of the structure
DPayment to the NMREC
Explanation
Zoning violation notices give property owners the opportunity to voluntarily comply by correcting the violation within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply results in escalating fines and potentially court action.
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Key Terms to Know
Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
Option ContractA contract giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to purchase a property at a specified price within a specified time period.
Right of First RefusalA contractual right giving a party the opportunity to match any offer received before the owner can accept it from a third party.
Joint TenancyCo-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
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