Mesilla Comprehensive Plan

The Town of Mesilla is a historic village and well-loved tourist destination just outside Las Cruces. Its distinctive architecture, cultural traditions, and agricultural landscapes create a strong sense of place that residents are eager to preserve, even as the surrounding region grows and changes. The comprehensive plan was developed to help the community maintain its rural identity while preparing for future needs.

The plan’s guiding principles focus on honoring Mesilla’s history and culture, protecting its agricultural lands and greenbelt, improving community health, and promoting thoughtful growth in strategic areas. It also emphasizes diversifying the local economy by building on both the town’s heritage and its outdoor recreation opportunities. The plan reflects the ideas and priorities of community members, leadership, staff, and regional partners who contributed throughout the planning process.