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Zoning Hearing Examiner

Learn more about the Zoning Hearing Examiner.

Contact

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 505-924-3860

  • Select option 6 for "Boards, Commissions, and Zoning Hearing Examiner"
  • Then select option 4 for the "Zoning Hearing Monitor."

Schedule a meeting (phone, in-person, or  virtual) with ZHE staff

Membership

The ZHE is a contracted decision-maker:

  • Robert Lucero

Function

The Zoning Hearing Examiner (ZHE) conducts monthly quasi-judicial public hearings regarding special exceptions to the Integrated Development Ordinance.

A special exception allows a property to develop in a way that is different from what the zoning of the property allows. Special exceptions include:

  • variances
  • conditional uses
  • expansions of nonconforming uses or structures
  • solar rights permits

After a special exception is filed, all interested parties are given the opportunity to participate in a public hearing. All requests are given due consideration.

The Zoning Hearing Examiner may decide to approve, approve with conditions, or deny the special exception and will issue a Notice of Decision within 15 days after the public hearing. ZHE decisions can be appealed to City Council through the Land Use Hearing Officer.

How to Apply for a Special Exception

All applications must be submitted in ABQ-PLAN.

This online case tracking software allows you to fill out your application, submit required documents, track application progress, and pay application fees from any computer or mobile device.

Hearing Information

Dates & Time: ZHE hearings take place on the third Tuesday of each month. Hearings begin promptly at 9 a.m. 

​Location:  Online via Zoom. For the Zoom link, see the agenda available from the link below.

Public Notice Hearing Information: Applicants should email ZHE staff to get Zoom meeting information (links and phone numbers) that must be included in all notices (email, mail, sign posting).

In-person Appearances at Hearings: If you require an appearance in-person, please contact ZHE Staff at least 7 days prior to the scheduled hearing.

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