New Mexico Zoning & Land Use Laws
Zoning regulations, ADU laws, short-term rental rules, and land use policies for New Mexico. Source-cited from state legislation and municipal codes.
Total Cities
101
Total Counties
33
ADU State Law
No state law
Lot Split Law
No state law
Cottage Food Law
Yes
Cities With Data
1
Cottage Food Law
New Mexico Cottage Food Law (New Mexico Statutes Annotated Section 25-12-1 et seq.): New Mexico allows home-based food production and direct-to-consumer sale of certain non-potentially-hazardous foods without a food establishment license. Permitted products include baked goods, jams, jellies, candy, dried herbs, and similar shelf-stable items. Annual gross revenue limit of $50,000 per year. Direct-to-consumer sales from the home, at farmers markets, and community events. Online sales with in-person delivery are permitted. No retail or wholesale distribution. Products must be labeled with: producer name and home address, product name, ingredient list in descending order, net weight, allergen information, and 'Made in a Home Kitchen Not Inspected by the New Mexico Environment Department.' No state permit or registration required. New Mexico's cottage food law was significantly updated in 2021. The $50,000 annual cap is generous for the region. New Mexico's rich culinary traditions (green chile, tamales, bizcochitos) create opportunities for cottage food businesses, though some traditional New Mexican dishes contain meat or other potentially hazardous ingredients requiring commercial kitchen operations.
New Mexico Cities with Zoning Data
Source: New Mexico State Legislature. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source