Work has been approved for the construction of an extensive backlot in Farmington that will belong to a local film and television production company.
Members of the San Juan County Commission have given their approval to building the facility within the borders of the San Juan County Industrial Complex off County Road 1130.
The project will belong to the Farmington-based Totah Studios, a group that recently spearheaded the renovation of the historic Totah Theater.
That $1 million upgrading project for a downtown Farmington theater that was built in 1949 was completed earlier this year. The building now serves as the home to Totah Studios, while also being open to any number of local entertainment events.
According to reports, some $250,000 in funds approved last year by the New Mexico State Legislature is currently available for the construction of the backlot, which will be built to resemble a small village.
The project comes after months of discussions between San Juan County and City of Farmington officials and Totah Studios.
A timetable the backlot’s construction remains to be announced.
By Garry Boulard