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Lovington Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Planning Department
City of Lovington Planning Department(575) 396-2884
Building Code Edition
NM Building Code (based on 2021 IBC)
ADUs Allowed
No
Primary District
R-1 Single-Family Residential
Max Height
26 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Lovington

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — New Mexico

  • Building Code: NM Building Code (2021 IBC)
View New Mexico zoning overview

County — Lea County

  • Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning

City / Municipal

The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.

Primary Zoning Districts

District CodeNameMin LotMax HeightFront SetbackSide SetbackRear SetbackFAR
R-1Single-Family Residential6,000 sq ft26 ft25 ft5 ft15 ft
R-2Multi-Family Residential4,000 sq ft per unit35 ft25 ft5 ft15 ft
C-1CommercialNone35 ft15 ft0 ft10 ft

ADU Rules in Lovington

ADUs:Not Allowed
Max Size
N/A
Max Height
N/A
Rear Setback
N/A
Side Setback
N/A
Parking
N/A
Owner Occupancy
N/A
Permit Timeline
N/A
Full ADU rules for Lovington

Official Sources

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Lovington?
Lovington does not have specific ADU provisions. Contact the Planning Department for guidance.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Lovington?
Contact the Planning Department at (575) 396-2884 or visit city hall.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Lovington?
Multi-family housing is permitted in R-2 zones.