Council approves site plan for Sandia Area Credit Union branch near Home Depot

The governing body of Rio Rancho voted to approve a site plan for a Sandia Area Credit Union branch to be built in the Commerce Center Commercial at Enchanted Hills, Block B, Lot 1A, in the northern portion of the city near the Home Depot off 550.

Amy Rincon, director of development services, told the council the site plan shows landscaping, parking and circulation, and includes drive‑thru banking, an ATM and walk‑in services. She said the property is SU‑zoned and had been reviewed and approved by the Planning & Zoning Board; staff recommended approval.

Sergio Lozoya, the applicant’s agent, said the bank use “is appropriate for the area,” that it would be accessible from 550 and would provide services to Enchanted Hills residents. He said the applicant was working through conditions of approval with staff and asked the council to approve the request.

After a motion and second, the council voted to approve the site plan. Clerk Davis called the roll and the mayor declared D11 approved. The council congratulated the applicant and thanked them for bringing the project forward.