Mechanical / HVAC Permit in Boulder City, Nevada
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and related mechanical installations in Boulder City, governed by the 2018 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Southern Nevada Building Code Amendments.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
When you need this permit
- Mechanical permit required for installation or replacement of furnaces, air handling units, ventilation systems, and duct work
- Governed by the 2018 UMC and 2018 IECC with Southern Nevada Building Code Amendments
- HVAC replacement (same-for-same) qualifies for the Express Permit (no-plans) track
- Fees for mechanical work bundled with a building permit are calculated as 15.00% of the base building permit fee; standalone mechanical permits use Table D flat fees
Required documents
- Required
Mechanical Permit Submittal Checklist
City of Boulder City checklist (02/16/2021 V1)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Permit Issuance | $40.00 | 2026 Administrative Code, Table D |
| Duct work only, each register | $5.00 | 2026 Administrative Code, Table D |
| Mechanical Exhaust Hood, Residential or Commercial (each) | $30.00 | 2026 Administrative Code, Table D |
| 1-3 Ton HVAC Unit (replacement, per unit) | $75.00 | 2020 Fee Schedule, 'Common Permit Fees' box (add $35 per additional 1-3 ton unit on same permit) |
| 3.5-5 Ton HVAC Unit (replacement, per unit) | $100.00 | 2020 Fee Schedule, 'Common Permit Fees' box (add $60 per additional 3.5-5 ton unit on same permit) |
| Mechanical permit bundled with a building permit | 15.00% of the base building permit fee (Table A) | 2026 Administrative Code, Section 110.2(I)(1) |
Review timeline
7–14 business days
Boulder City’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Rough-In
Ductwork and equipment rough-in before wall closure
- 2
Final
Equipment operational and clearances verified
Tips
- The plan review timeframe for a first review of a Mechanical permit is 1-2 weeks. Source: City of Boulder City Mechanical Permit Submittal Checklist (02/16/2021 V1).
- HVAC replacement (same-for-same) is one of six Express Permit types that does not require plans.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
- City of Boulder City Community Development Department, Building and Safety Division — official building department
- Mechanical Permit Submittal Checklist (PDF) | Boulder City
- 2026 Building and Safety Division Administrative Code (PDF) | Boulder City
- Permit Fee Schedule and Valuation Table (PDF, eff. 8/3/2020) | Boulder City
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 Boulder City building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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