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Demolition Permit in Las Vegas, Nevada

Required for full or partial demolition of structures within the City of Las Vegas. Includes residential and commercial buildings, interior demolition for gut renovations, and accessory structures.

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When you need this permit

  • Permit required for all demolition of structures or portions of structures
  • Utilities must be disconnected and capped before demolition begins (NV Energy, water, sewer, gas)
  • Asbestos survey required for buildings constructed before 1978 (federal EPA regulation)
  • Licensed contractor required; homeowner permits available for owner-occupied single-family only Owner-builderContractor
  • Debris removal and disposal must comply with Clark County solid waste regulations

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Fee schedule

Demolition permitFrom City of Las Vegas Permit Fee Estimator — Over The Counter
$115 inspection + $116 plan check = $231 total (plus $55 admin)

Review timeline

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

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Pre-Demolition Site Inspection

    Inspector verifies utility disconnection and site conditions before demolition begins

  2. 2

    Final Site Inspection

    Required after demolition is complete to confirm site is cleared and graded properly

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

Tips

  • Asbestos is common in Las Vegas structures built before 1978 — budget for asbestos survey and abatement
  • Demolition permits are typically over-the-counter and processed quickly
  • Grading and site restoration may require a separate grading permit

Frequently asked questions

Yes, demolition of any structure requires a permit in Las Vegas. Contact Building & Safety at (702) 229-6251 for specific requirements.

In Las Vegas, the published Demolition permit is: $115 inspection + $116 plan check = $231 total (plus $55 admin). These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a demolition permit in Las Vegas typically runs 1–5 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Las Vegas Building & Safety (Community Development Department) at (702) 229-6251.

You'll need: Demolition Permit Application. Depending on your project, Las Vegas may also ask for: Asbestos Survey Report; Utility Disconnection Confirmation. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Las Vegas requires 2 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Pre-Demolition Site Inspection, Final Site Inspection. Schedule each through City of Las Vegas Building & Safety (Community Development Department) ((702) 229-6251).

Apply through City of Las Vegas Building & Safety (Community Development Department) at First Floor Lobby, City Hall, 495 S. Main St., Las Vegas, NV 89101. Phone: (702) 229-6251, email: techs@lasvegasnevada.gov. Office hours: Mon–Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Fri 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM (closed holidays). Official information: https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Business/Planning-Zoning/Building-Safety.

Las Vegas, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Southern Nevada local amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Southern Nevada local amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Southern Nevada local amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Southern Nevada local amendments — effective January 5, 2026 (NOTE: UPC, not IPC); 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Southern Nevada local amendments — effective January 5, 2026 (NOTE: UMC, not IMC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with local amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2019 City of Las Vegas Administrative Code — remains in effect. Local amendments apply — see the Las Vegas overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.

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

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