Residential Addition / Remodel / Alteration Permit in Fallon, Nevada
VerifiedRequired for additions, remodels, structural alterations, and accessory buildings (garages, carports, ramadas, cabanas) to existing dwellings within Fallon city limits, reviewed against the 2024 IRC and City of Fallon zoning (Title 21) dimensional standards. Applications are made to the City Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- A permit from the city engineer is required before commencing construction, alteration, enlargement, or remodeling of any building or part of a building (City Code §§ 17.08.010, 17.08.030)
- It is unlawful to alter or change approved plans after a permit has been granted without first giving notice of the change to, and receiving a new permit from, the city engineer (City Code § 17.08.060)
- Detached accessory buildings (garages, sheds, etc.) not exceeding 15 feet in height may occupy up to one-half of the rear yard if not closer than 5 feet to the rear property line, and may not encroach on the front half of a corner lot (City Code § 21.28.010)
- Accessory uses on an R-1 lot must not be closer than 15 feet to a main building on an adjoining lot, nor closer than 10 feet to a main building on the same lot (City Code § 21.32.010(C))
- Two (2) sets of plans, one wet-stamped, sized 11"x17" to 24"x36", per the City of Fallon Permit Application form
Required documents
- Required
City of Fallon Building Department Permit Application
Submitted in person to the Building Department at 55 W. Williams Avenue
- Required
Construction Drawings / Detailed Statement
Plans or written statement of the scope of work, per City Code § 17.08.030
- Required
Site Plan
Showing lot lines, setbacks, and location of the addition/accessory structure relative to the main building
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Not published — set by City Council resolution; no valuation-based fee table found on the City website, Municode-hosted ordinance text, or reviewed agenda packets | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances § 17.08.080; confirm current amount with the Building Department at (775) 423-5107 |
Review timeline
Not published
Fallon does not publish a plan-review timeline — contact the building department for current turnaround.
Inspection process
- 1
Building Department Inspections
The city engineer performs a sufficient number of inspections to assure project safety (City Code § 17.08.070(B)); a specific inspection-stage checklist is not published online — coordinate directly with the Building Department
Tips
- Detached accessory buildings up to 15 feet tall may occupy up to half the rear yard if set back at least 5 feet from the rear property line.
- A new permit is required if you change your plans after the original permit is issued — notify the city engineer first.
- Call 811 before digging to locate underground utility lines (general good practice; not a Fallon-specific citation).
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a new permit if I change my plans mid-project in Fallon?
- Yes. City Code § 17.08.060 makes it unlawful to alter or change approved plans for a building under permit without first notifying the city engineer and receiving a new permit.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Fallon Building Department (Engineering and Public Works) — official building department
- Chapter 17.08 - Construction Permits | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances (Municode)
- Chapter 21.28 - Residence Districts Generally | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances (Municode)
- Building Permit Application (PDF) | City of Fallon
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Fallon building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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