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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
It is unlawful to sell, lease or otherwise convey land within a subdivision before the following conditions have been met:
A. the final plat has been approved by the board of county commissioners and has been filed with the clerk of the county in which the subdivision is located. Where a subdivision lies within more than one county, the final plat shall be approved by the board of county commissioners of each county in which the subdivision is located and shall be filed with the county clerk of each county in which the subdivision is located;
B. the subdivider has furnished the board of county commissioners a sample copy of his sales contracts, leases and any other documents that will be used to convey an interest in the subdivided land; and
C. all corners of all parcels and blocks within a subdivision have been permanently marked with metal stakes in the ground and a reference stake placed beside one corner of each parcel.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 47. Property Law § 47-6-8. Requirements prior to sale, lease or other conveyance - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-47-property-law/nm-st-sect-47-6-8/
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