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Demolition Permit in Henderson, Nevada

Required for demolition of any structure in Henderson, including full building demolition, partial demolition, and accessory structure removal. Flat fee per Table B — Miscellaneous Building Items.

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Nevada State Contractor's license required for contractor-pulled demolition permits Contractor
  • Utility disconnect verifications typically required before demolition
  • Asbestos survey may be required for pre-1980 structures per Clark County health regulations
  • Apply via DSC Online or in person at 240 S Water St

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Fee schedule

Demolition permit (each structure)Henderson DSC Fee Schedule Table B — Miscellaneous Building Items, effective 10/01/2025. Flat fee per demolition.
$423

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Henderson building department
~1–5 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final Demolition

    Site cleared, utilities capped, and lot ready per approved plan

See the full Henderson inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Demolition permits in Henderson are flat-fee at $423 regardless of structure size.
  • Pre-1980 structures may require an asbestos survey from Clark County Health Department before demolition proceeds.
  • Gas, electric, water, and sewer must be disconnected before demolition inspection.
  • Contact NV Energy, Southwest Gas, and Henderson Utility Services for utility disconnect coordination.

Frequently asked questions

Henderson requires a demolition permit for: Nevada State Contractor's license required for contractor-pulled demolition permits; Utility disconnect verifications typically required before demolition; Asbestos survey may be required for pre-1980 structures per Clark County health regulations; Apply via DSC Online or in person at 240 S Water St. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety Department — Development Services Center at 702-267-3620 before starting work.

Demolition permits are $423 flat fee per structure, per Henderson DSC Fee Schedule Table B (effective 10/01/2025).

Plan review for a demolition permit in Henderson typically runs 1–5 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety Department — Development Services Center at 702-267-3620.

You'll need: Demolition Permit Application; Utility Disconnection Confirmation. Depending on your project, Henderson may also ask for: Asbestos Survey (pre-1980 structures). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Henderson requires 1 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Final Demolition. Schedule each through City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety Department — Development Services Center (702-267-3620).

Apply through City of Henderson Building and Fire Safety Department — Development Services Center at 240 S Water Street, Henderson, NV 89015 (PO Box 95050, Henderson, NV 89009-5050). Phone: 702-267-3620, email: COHPermits@cityofhenderson.com. Office hours: Mon–Thu 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (closed Fridays and holidays); permit technicians Mon–Thu 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM. Official information: https://www.cityofhenderson.com/government/departments/building-and-fire-safety.

Henderson, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026; Climate Zone 3B applies below 4,000 ft elevation; 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026 (NOTE: UPC, not IPC); 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026 (NOTE: UMC, not IMC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 2, 2026; 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) — effective January 2, 2026. Local amendments apply — see the Henderson overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.

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 Henderson building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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