DEBRIS REMOVAL
Private Property Debris Removal Information
Understand Your Options For Debris Removal
The Village of Ruidoso is dedicated to restoring our communities swiftly and ensuring their safety after the recent wildfires and floods. The debris removal process is divided into two main categories, each managed by different agencies. Residents have the option to participate in the government removal program or manage the clean-up independently by opting out.
As a resident affected by wildfires and floods, you have two choices for managing debris on your property.
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How to Opt-In
Step 1: Complete and submit the Right of Entry (ROE) form and authorize the government to manage debris removal on your property.
ROE Form Availability:
Closure Date
Where to Get It:
Complete the opt-in form online:
In-Person: Right of Entry forms are available at the Disaster Recovery Center.
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By opting in, you authorize the government to perform the following activities on your property.
Property Assessment: Identify tree hazards, hazardous trees, environmental resources, and asbestos-containing materials.
Asbestos Removal: Safely remove asbestos-containing materials if required.
Tree Removal: Remove fire—or wind-damaged trees assessed as hazardous and other stressors that impact public areas or debris chemical access.
Ash and Soil Removal: Remove surface ash, including ip to 6 inches of incidental soil.
Burned Debris Removal: Remove turned home remains, furniture, personal belongings, appliances, and patio furniture.
Structural Demolition: Demolish clearly destroyed structures.
Vehicle Removal: Remove damaged and destroyed vehicles, vessels, and other titled property.
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Step 1:
Fill out an opt-out form:
Complete the Opt-out form online: https://www.dhsem.nm.gov/nm-debris-opt-out-form-english-lincoln-final/
Email it to: DHSEM-DCM@dhsem.nm.gov