Land Use & Zoning
Which New Mexico governmental body typically has authority to enact and enforce local zoning ordinances?
AThe NMREC
BThe county or municipality✓ Correct
CThe state legislature
DThe federal Bureau of Land Management
Explanation
Zoning authority is granted to local governments—counties and municipalities—through New Mexico's enabling statutes. Local zoning boards and planning commissions administer these ordinances.
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