LOCATION & SIZE

The subject property is a half-acre parcel located in Chama River Estates, a rural residential, though largely undeveloped region situated just outside Tierra Amarilla.

Situated in the shadows of the Cerro Pedernal and located within a short drive of everything from National Forests and Big Game Hunting retreats to rivers, lakes and even ski resorts, this property is an outdoor lover’s dream. Additionally, this area’s relaxed zoning allows for extended recreational use of land, making it ideal for those looking for a property that can be used for seasonal visits or even extended RV vacations.

LEGAL INFORMATION

When we speak of property we typically use an address — 123 Main Street for instance.

As most vacant land does not have a physical address, however, county governments will identify it in other ways, such as a “legal description”, a parcel number or a tax code. The information provided in the table above are the ways in which the various state and county agencies will identify this specific parcel of land. These signifiers are important to have when speaking with these agencies – whether they be the assessor, the zoning office, or even the local utilities – and may prove invaluable when initiating conversations about whatever research a buyer intends to do.

Whenever one exists or has been assigned to the land, the physical address will be included in this table.

ACCESS & UTILITIES

Roads & Access: It should be noted that most of the roads in Chama River Estates are not marked with signs and are named only in the original plat maps of the region. Because of this, it’s difficult to identify the legal access road for the land. Anyone scouting the property should be conscious of this fact and use a mapping app to identify the exact location of the parcel.

Roads & Access, Cont’d: Like most of the roads in this subdivision, the ones leading to the subject property have not been maintained in some time. Some are dirt roads in poor condition, some are overgrown, some may not even be easily identified as roads. Because of this, anyone scouting the property is advised to take a larger truck or off-road capable vehicle.

Power & Utilities: Like most of the Chama River Estates subdivision, residential power lines and underground utilities do not extend to the subject property. Because of this, anyone looking to develop the land is encouraged to consider alternative energy sources. Anyone looking to investigate the cost of getting power extended to the land is encouraged to contact Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative, the local utility servicing this region.

ZONING & RESTRICTIONS

Zoning: Rio Arriba County has fairly undefined and lax zoning, and designates the Chama River Estates subdivision, as well as most of the land in the County, as “CRAD” or County Residential Agricultural District. This catch-all term allows for land to be developed with either residential or agricultural purposes. Other uses, such as industrial and commercial developments, require a use permit obtained through a public hearing.

No HOA: The Chama River Estates subdivision features no HOA and there are no annual dues associated with land ownership here.

Covenants & Restrictions: The Chama River Estates subdivision also features no recorded covenants on file with the County enumerating any subdivisions restrictions. This suggests that the property can be developed not only with conventional structures such as single-family residences, mobile and modular homes but also unconventional structures difficult to get permitted elsewhere such as shipping containers and tiny homes.

Camping & RV Use: Per Rio Arriba County Zoning, RVs are acceptable in this region for ninety days at a time or six months with a special use permit.

HELPFUL LINKS

The Hemingway Land Company does our best to represent the properties we list as accurately as possible. Our research, however, will always be limited.

Because of this, included in the table to the right is a list of the relevant state and county governments, agencies and authorities as well as local utilities (and all their respective websites and contact information) which should help to answer any questions a buyer may have about developing this specific property.

Whenever possible it is best to speak with these agencies first as they will always be a far greater source of information about the local region and the regulations which govern it.

Rio Arriba County Assessor’s Office (575) 588-7726 (Click Here)

Rio Arriba County Planning & Zoning (505) 753-7774 (Click Here)

Jemez Mountains Electric Cooperative (505) 753-2105 (Click Here)

New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (Click Here)

New Mexico State Engineer (505) 827-6091 (Click Here)

Well Drilling Info (Click Here)

Well Drilling Permit Application (Click Here)

NEARBY TOWNS

While the subject property is located outside Tierra Amarilla, it is ultimately limited in its commercial resources. In fact, the presence of a Family Dollar and a convenience store aside, there are not many stores for groceries and supplies. Fortunately, the town of Espanola (population roughly 10,000) is located roughly an hour southeast along Highway 84. There you’ll be able to find a number of big box stores including a Walmart Super Center and Lowe’s Home Improvement as well as fast food restaurants, pharmacies, schools and churches. In addition, the Presbyterian Hospital of Espanola is there along with the Santa Claran Hotel and Casino.

Española: 66 miles (1 hr 12 min)

Santa Fe: 92 miles (1 hr 40 min)

Taos: 105 miles (1 hr 56 min)

Farmington: 124 miles (2 hr 23 min)

Albuquerque: 156 miles (2 hr 37 min)

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Heron Lake State Park (Click Here)

El Vado Lake State Park (Click Here)

The Timbers At Chama (Click Here)

Fish Tail Ranch (Click Here)

Stone House Lodge (Click Here)

Navajo Dam Marina (Click Here)

Abiquiu Lake Recreation Area (Click Here)

Georgie O’Keefe Museum (Click Here)

Things To Do In Taos (Click Here)

Things To Do In Taos Ski Valley (Click Here)

Things To Do In Santa Fe (Click Here)