Update on Non-Conforming Properties Built Before 1959
Councilor Trudy Jones, President of the City of Albuquerque City Council, has recognized the problem facing those who own or are selling non-conforming properties. Non-conforming properties included apartments, casitas, or mother-in-law quarters. These properties were not consistent with the zoning code that was adopted in 1959 and were given 53 years (form most properties) to come into compliance by March 28, 2012. If not approved, they were required to be removed or converted.
Councilor Jones will introduce legislation in the next City Council meeting that will effectively state that the law requiring the removal or conversion of certain nonconforming buildings shall not be enforced until further action of the City Council with respect to these buildings.
Once the legislation is introduced, a copy will be posted for your review.