Deming Ranchettes, Deming, NM (Columbus: assessors, attorneys, house)

[desertsage]

I am interested in buyin property in unit 4 as i don't have enough to build on. if you are interested in selling could you give me the lot and block number? thnx

Originally Posted by ourdunebuggy

My wife & I own two half acres in the Ranchettes. One in unit 45 & one in unit 4. We are like a lot of people who will be tired of the Northeast weather when we're really old. We visited our land of enchantment in Sept. and saw the beautiful mountain backdrop and a town of friendly folks.
I understand why the county wants to protect our ground water supply from suburban sprawl. We, who are happy to live on half acres, have two options for an "advanced septic system". A leaching field of 2,050 sq. ft. would be required for a three bedroom house, according to the very helpful planning dept. Mr. Charles Lynch(retired). A distribution box serving preforated pipes in a bed of stone lined with durable liner. This type of system will eventually require cleaning. They would like to see the water from the septic system evaporate up and out but not down. It would be nice if the ground water was no higher than 100 feet below ground, too. Good luck fitting that, your house, driveway and the pool on the lot. For the same money ($7,500.00 installed), we have the option of owning our own mini-waste water treatment plant from a company in Las Cruses called Norweco. Talk to ryan at 505-635-1025 and visit their website. A 500 gallon tank that's 9 by 5 by 6 feet high that has three chambers, an small motor that stimulates biological growth, a filter that requires replacement and a end result of clear/grey water for a drip irrigation system. It's triple the cost of a conventional septic system that two acre lot owners can get by on but they won't be protecting the water supply as much as we are. There is a small yearly maintenance cost but the motor is no stronger than a light bulb. I hear that the town has no objections to the system.

[desertsage]

I'm new to this so bare with me . I'm looking to buy property in unit 4. if you are interested in selling let me know the block and lot and lot number. thanx

[JOONTHEROAD]

I have land in Unit 2 of the Deming Ranchettes. I was extremely lucky. Got one acre (two lots) with well, septic tank and power. County laws now states that you must have 2 adjoining acres (4 lots) to be allowed to install a septic tank or well.
There are ways you can get around this. Purchase a water storage container and have your water dilivered. Guess you can do the same with the liquid waste.
There are some wonderful views of the Florida Mountians. Awsome sunsets. Rock Hound State Park is only minutes away. If it gets a little to warm for you, you can always head for the Gila National Forest for a day trip.
When it comes to the desert - you either love it or your hate it. I personally love it.

[ourdunebuggy]

I see that Pisceslady is looking to sell in unit #4 but I would like to keep ours, thanks for asking.

[Brickman1]

Do you still have the property for sale?

Steve

[jdeskd]

Hello I am writing in response to the problem with the Demming Ranchettes. I also bought a lot in the Demming Ranchettes. unit 124 block 4 lot 17.
My father was in Real Estate for 37 years. I am not an expert, but I believe I do have a little more knowledge than the average person.

The options that Christine outline are valid

Organize I think is the best option.
But several of us would have to get together and see it thru till the end. I am willing to do that.

The other option that has not been mentioned:
Is that these lots where sold as BUILDING LOTS

In Oregon if the lot was sold AS a building lot it is GRANDFATHERED in as a building lot. And I believe this is Federal Law not just a State Law.
In other words if I or anyone of us would have put a trailer or built before this article was passed. They would have had to let the structure stay. Legally they couldn't touch it.

I am going to talk to a couple of atty's that I know and some people that my Father knows. And I will repost my information.

Please send me any info that you or anyone has on Demming Ranchettes.
Jeff
PS To the person who WARNED everyone about unscrupulis real estate deals I bought 2 other pieces of property when I bought this one. All for less than $900.00 4 years ago. The other 2 are worth $7000 and $9000 respectively.
So the idea that its not worth it to buy dirt in other states. Could be just a little wrong.
Any Realtor has to have a license to sell property. All I did was check to make sure that his company was legit before I purchased. And make sure that I recieved a DEED.

Have a Great Day

[jdeskd]

Hello Jeff Here,
I have a piece of property in Demming Ranchettes. I didn't get down to see this piece of property in NM. So when I got back I googled earth. You can get a fairly recent picture of the property that way if you would like. I might be interested in purchasing the lots. But it wouldn't be for sometime before I could do that.
Have Fun with Google Earth....Its pretty cool
Jeff

[mortimer]

rpacheco1 wrote:

> Yes, I still have all 4 tracts of land for sale.

ObMontyPython:

" She has HUUUUGGE trrrracks of land .... "

[gailpal2]

I am ready to buy. How do I contact you? Gail

[sjbasin]

I would be very, very careful about buying a piece of land in New Mexico that is not very clearly suited for a septic system. The rules for septic systems changed in 2007, and the state is really enforcing them now. They're also much like the IRS in giving advice; just because someone from NMED told a landowner they could install system on their property doesn't mean they really can.

I would suggest that septic permits be obtained before any real estate deal is closed, or at the least that the purchase be contingent on the buyers ability to get one, backed up by a bond or deposit. Frankly, I've never seen a system installed on a lot smaller than 3/4 ac., and I don't think the new regulations are allowing it when one takes into account the setback and siting requirements. (Your mileage may vary...)


New Mexico Environment Department Liquid Waste
Liquid Waste (Septic Tank) Program Home Page

Septic regulations
http://www.nmcpr.state.nm.us/nmac/pa...0.007.0003.pdf