Notice

The Torrance County Commission is accepting letters of interest from the populace of District 1 and District 2 to fill two vacancies on the Planning and Zoning board. Eligible applicants for appointment to the Planning and Zoning Board shall meet the following minimum requirements:

A. Own or be purchasing land to reside in Torrance County.

B. Is not already serving on a board or commission elsewhere in Torrance County.

C. Is not employed by Torrance County.

These positions will begin July 1, 2026. Board members are appointed to a three-year term. They are eligible to be reappointed to a second three-year term. Board members are limited to two consecutive terms. Letters of interest must be received by the Torrance County Planning & Zoning office no later than 5:00 pm on May 27, 2026. Applicants will be interviewed by the Commissioners on june 10, 2026 at their regular meeting which begins at 9:00 am. and the appointment will be decided. Mail letters of interest to Torrance County ATTN> Planning & Zoning, P.O. Box 48, Estancia, N.M, 87016, or hand deliver to the Planning and Zoning office in the County administration building located at 205 South 9th street, Estancia.

Welcome to Torrance County

Located in Estancia, N.M. Torrance County is one of the most productive agricultural counties in the United States. Pinto beans, corn, alfalfa and pumpkins are just a small portion of the crops, which are harvested throughout the year.

Torrance County is also home to the beautiful Manzano Mountains, Salinas National Monument and vast open, undisturbed rangeland which farmers, ranchers, and wildlife call home. Read more about us here.

Inspection of Public Records Act: IPRA requests may be completed online, sent via email to IPRA@tcnm.us, or via U.S. Mail to the attention of the Records Custodian PO Box 48, Estancia, NM 87016. Forms can be found on the County Manager's Page under "Quicklinks."