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Pre-Approved ADU Plans in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Browse official and accepted pre-approved ADU plans for Albuquerque, New Mexico. Compare plan size, bedrooms, providers, approval status, official source links, permit requirements, and fees.

Program status: source-backed listings Last checked Aug 19, 2026

Program Overview

This Albuquerque page summarizes source-backed pre-approved ADU plan listings for Albuquerque, New Mexico, using official records tied to City of Albuquerque. The current public dataset lists 4 accepted plans from 0 providers; provider names are Not listed in source. The accepted listings are tied to the local Albuquerque program. Plan records cover 450 to 750 sq ft and bedroom counts Not listed in source where those fields were listed by the source.

Permit and fee context is kept separate from plan acceptance. The public dataset includes 2 permit requirement records and 2 fee records for Albuquerque. Permit requirement records include Administrative site plan and Building and trade permits. Fee records include Casita construction plan access and Building and trade permit fees. When a source did not publish a value, the page keeps that field as Not listed in source instead of filling a blank.

Use these listings as a starting point for matching a plan to a property. Source links, checked dates, acceptance notes, and provider records are shown so you can verify whether a plan remains accepted locally, what site-specific review remains, and whether local fees, plan licensing, or provider terms apply. A listing in this directory does not guarantee permit approval for a specific parcel.

Summary

Location
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico, USA
Accepted plans
4 accepted plans
Providers
0 providers
Origin programs
1 program
Plan size range
450 to 750 sq ft
Permit sources
1 source

How to use this page

  1. Pick a plan size and bedroom count.
  2. Check whether the plan originated locally or is accepted from another city/county program.
  3. Open the official source.
  4. Confirm current status with the local building department.
  5. Ask the provider what site-specific work, plan licensing, engineering, and utility review are still required.

Accepted Plans

4 plans

Permit Requirements

2 requirements

Site specific

Administrative site plan

Official city source

Required with property lines, existing structures, easements, ADU location and size, and parking.

Last checked
Aug 19, 2026
Notes
An updated grading and drainage plan and public notice are also required.

Fees

2 fee records

Official Sources

1 source

Albuquerque ADU FAQ

6 answers

Does Albuquerque have accepted or pre-approved ADU plans in this directory?

Yes. The current Albuquerque, New Mexico page lists 4 accepted plans from 0 providers in the source-backed export.

What ADU plan sizes are listed for Albuquerque?

The listed Albuquerque plan records range from 450 to 750 sq ft. Use the individual plan cards to confirm bedrooms, bathrooms, plan documents, and provider details because some fields are not listed by every official source.

Where do the Albuquerque ADU plan records come from?

They are tied to 1 official source in this page's source set, including City of Albuquerque. Each plan, fee, and permit note should still be checked against the linked official source before use.

Can Bernalillo County or nearby city ADU plans be used in Albuquerque?

The current Albuquerque records do not show accepted plans from a separate Bernalillo County or nearby city program. Treat outside pre-approved plans as unavailable in Albuquerque unless an official Albuquerque source says they are accepted.

Do pre-approved ADU plans guarantee permits in Albuquerque?

No. A source-backed accepted plan can reduce plan review work, but Albuquerque can still require site-specific review, zoning checks, fees, utility coordination, and current code compliance. This page lists 2 permit requirements to help flag items to verify with the local building department.

Are Albuquerque ADU permit fees and requirements listed?

This page includes 2 fee records and 2 permit requirements for Albuquerque. These are source-backed summaries, not a final permit quote or approval checklist.