Board approves Rioja Inc. floor-plan expansion for The Merc in Placitas

Jan 30, 2026

The Sandoval County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a floor-plan expansion and change-intake application for Rioja Inc., doing business as The Merc; the owner said the space will add food offerings and host private events with minimal fees.

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The Sandoval County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a floor-plan expansion and change-intake application for Rioja Inc., doing business as The Merc, in an unincorporated area that requires board sign-off under local regulations.

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