The bill enacts a new section of the New Mexico Statutes Annotated (NMSA) 1978 to limit the ability of county and municipal authorities to impose restrictions on battery-charged fences equipped with alarm systems, specifically outside areas zoned exclusively for residential use. It amends existing zoning authority provisions to include exceptions for these types of fences, ensuring that local governments cannot prohibit their installation or impose operational requirements that conflict with international standards. Additionally, it specifies that no additional permits beyond an alarm permit can be required for the installation or use of these fences.

Furthermore, the bill defines key terms related to battery-charged fences and outlines specific requirements for their use, including limitations on voltage, height, and safety signage. The battery-charged fences must use a battery not exceeding twelve volts and must be enclosed by a non-electric perimeter fence or wall. The bill aims to provide clarity and consistency in the regulation of battery-charged fences while ensuring that local zoning authorities cannot unduly restrict their use in non-residential areas.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 3-21-1