Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners: Zoning Meeting June 9, 2026

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners held a zoning meeting on June 9, 2026, focused primarily on a proposed amendment to the Upper Petroglyphs Sector Development Plan. The key procurement-related discussion involved a minor zone map amendment to facilitate an 890-unit residential subdivision, relocation of a 50-acre community park, and rezoning to adjust drainage parcels and expand highway commercial zoning. The applicant and staff presented detailed plans addressing land use, open space buffers, and infrastructure improvements, including drainage and traffic studies. Public comments raised concerns about the reduction of open space and potential impacts on natural and cultural resources, particularly near the Petroglyph National Monument. After deliberation, the board voted to defer the decision for up to 90 days, requesting the applicant maintain 25 to 30 acres of open space as a buffer and work with the planning department to finalize the proposal. This deferral aims to balance development goals with environmental and community considerations. The meeting concluded with an announcement of the next zoning meeting date.