Residential Building Permit (New Construction) in Fallon, Nevada
VerifiedRequired for construction of new single-family homes and other buildings within Fallon city limits. Reviewed by the City Engineer/Building Department against the 2024 IRC, 2024 IBC (as applicable), and 2024 IECC as adopted by the City of Fallon, plus City of Fallon zoning (Title 21) dimensional standards. Application is made to the City Building Department at 55 W. Williams Avenue.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- It is unlawful to construct or commence construction of any building or structure without first applying for and receiving a permit from the city engineer (City Code § 17.08.010)
- Application made on forms furnished by the city clerk/Building Department, accompanied by a detailed written statement or plans (City Code §§ 17.08.020, 17.08.030)
- Two (2) sets of plans required, including one (1) wet-stamped set; minimum plan sheet size 11" x 17", maximum 24" x 36" (City of Fallon Permit Application form)
- Plans must show compliance with the 2024 IRC/IBC and 2024 IECC as adopted by City of Fallon Ordinance No. 788 (12-2-2025), and with the 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments snow-load table (IBC Table 1608.2.1, City of Fallon and Lyon County entry)
- Each residence/business building must connect properly to the city's water, sewer, and lighting systems; each residence or apartment must have a toilet; minimum floor space of 500 sq ft (habitable structures generally), 800 sq ft for a single-family residence (exclusive of garage/storage), per City Code § 17.08.040
- Site plan must show zoning, setbacks (front/side/side/rear), and FEMA flood zone status per the City of Fallon Permit Application form
- R-1 zoning dimensional standards apply: front yard ≥20 ft, rear yard ≥20 ft, side yards ≥5 ft (one side ≥10 ft absent rear alley access); minimum lot size varies by R-1 sub-district (5,000-10,000 sq ft)
- All work must be performed per the filed plans and not below the minimum requirements of the adopted building code (City Code § 17.08.050)
- A new permit is required before altering or changing approved plans (City Code § 17.08.060)
- Applicants for new-home building permits must pay a park-fund fee established by the city council, in addition to other permit fees (City Code § 17.08.080)
Required documents
- Required
City of Fallon Building Department Permit Application
Two sets of plans (one wet-stamped), submitted in person to the Building Department at 55 W. Williams Avenue, or by email/fax for eligible minor work
- Required
Detailed Statement or Construction Plans
Full set of plans or a detailed written statement of proposed work, plus a plat or other document showing owner name/address, per City Code § 17.08.030
- Required
Site Plan
Shows lot lines, zoning, setbacks (front/side/side/rear), and FEMA flood zone designation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Not published — set by City Council resolution rather than fixed in the Code of Ordinances; no valuation-based fee table was found on the City of Fallon website, in the Municode-hosted Code of Ordinances, or in reviewed City Council agenda packets | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances § 17.08.080 (fees 'to be established by the city council'); confirm current amount directly with the Building Department at (775) 423-5107 / (775) 423-9862 |
| Park Fund Fee (new homes) | Not published — amount set by city council resolution; charged in addition to the building permit fee on all new-home permits (site-built, annexed, or moved into the city); fee for multi-family buildings based on number of dwelling units | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances § 17.08.080(A) |
Review timeline
Not published
Fallon does not publish a plan-review timeline — contact the building department for current turnaround.
Inspection process
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Building Department Inspections
The city engineer performs a sufficient number of inspections to assure the safety of the project (City Code § 17.08.070(B)); specific inspection-stage checklist (foundation, framing, final, etc.) is not published on the City of Fallon website — schedule and sequence inspections directly with the Building Department at (775) 423-5107
Tips
- The City of Fallon self-administers building permitting within city limits — it does NOT route through Churchill County. Confirm you are contacting the correct department: City of Fallon Building Department (55 W. Williams Ave, (775) 423-5107 / (775) 423-9862) for work inside city limits, versus Churchill County Building Department (270 S. Maine St. Suite A, (775) 428-0264) for unincorporated county land.
- Two sets of plans are required, including one wet-stamped set, sized 11"x17" minimum to 24"x36" maximum.
- A permit authorization becomes void if not acted upon within 60 days of issuance, or if construction is suspended/abandoned for 180 days at any time after work commences.
- Building permit and park-fund fee amounts are not published online — call the Building Department directly at (775) 423-5107 to confirm current costs before budgeting a project.
- The 2024 IBC/IRC/IECC family plus the 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments (snow load) and 2023 NEC were adopted by Ordinance No. 788 on December 2, 2025 — verify you are working from the current edition set, since Fallon updates on its own cycle rather than a statewide schedule.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the City of Fallon or Churchill County issue my building permit?
- If your property is within Fallon city limits, the City of Fallon Building Department (55 W. Williams Avenue, (775) 423-5107) issues the permit and performs inspections — not Churchill County. Churchill County's Building Department (270 S. Maine Street, Suite A) has a separate, distinct jurisdiction covering only unincorporated areas of the county.
- What building code edition does Fallon use?
- The City of Fallon has adopted the 2024 International Building Code, 2024 International Residential Code, 2024 IEBC, 2024 IFGC, 2024 IMC, 2024 ISPSC, 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code, 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code, 2024 IECC, the 2023 National Electrical Code, and the 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments, per City Code § 17.04.020 (Ordinance No. 788, adopted December 2, 2025).
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Fallon Building Department (Engineering and Public Works) — official building department
- Chapter 17.04 - Construction Codes | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances (Municode)
- Chapter 17.08 - Construction Permits | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances (Municode)
- Chapter 21.32 - R-1 Single-Family Residence District | City of Fallon Code of Ordinances (Municode)
- Building Permit Application (PDF) | City of Fallon
- Business Licenses & Building Permits | City of Fallon
- Departments | 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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