Mechanical Inspection Section

Our team is comprised of State and internationally certified individuals who take great pride in their jobs. With field inspectors, Planning Assistants, a Chief Boiler/Elevator inspector, a Chief Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector and Assistant Building Manager, we strive to provide a safe and healthy environment to the citizens of Albuquerque through accountability. It is our section's duty to inspect everything from the devices that heat your water, to the boilers that provide a controlled climate we enjoy in our homes or in any public facility, to the elevator/escalators we use when we shop or visit any multi-story structure.

• Code Compliance with the 2006 Uniform Plumbing Code, the 2006 New Mexico Plumbing Code, the 2006 New Mexico Mechanical Code and the 2007 City of Albuquerque Uniform Administrative Code and Amendments to the State Codes
• Plumbing/Mechanical Permits
• Mechanical and Plumbing Inspection Scheduling
• Mechanical and Plumbing Inspection Records (Documentation of Inspections and permits)
• Bi-Annual/Annual Inspections of High/Low Pressure Boilers
• Bi-Annual/Annual Inspections of Elevator/Escalators and Dumbwaiters
• Permit Fee Bonds

This Section's Administrative Staff schedules inspections, issues permits and provides assistance to the public regarding our Section's policies and permitting procedures.

The Building Safety division is located on the Garden Level of the Plaza Del Sol building at 600 2nd St NW. The office is open during regular business hours Monday through Friday. For more information, contact the Mechanical Inspection Section at (505) 924-3310.