Rio Rancho board approves backyard gazebo variance despite staff recommendation to deny

May 12, 2026

The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board on May 12 approved a variance allowing a 400-square-foot gazebo to encroach 5 feet into the rear setback at 6409 Nassau Road NE, overturning staff’s recommendation for denial after the applicant said road work had reduced the lot size.

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The Rio Rancho Planning and Zoning Board approved a variance May 12 allowing a 400-square-foot gazebo to encroach 5 feet into the 15-foot rear setback at 6409 Nassau Road Northeast.

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