Block / Screen Wall Permit in Mesquite, Nevada
Required for construction of masonry (CMU/concrete) walls, brick or stone fences, ornamental iron fences, chain link fences, and retaining walls in Mesquite. Permit type is Wall/Fence or Wall Permit.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- CMU or concrete block walls
- Brick or stone fences
- Ornamental iron fences
- Chain link and wood fences above permit-required height
- Retaining walls (CMU/concrete or anchor/diamond wall systems)
Required documents
- Req
Wall Permit Application
City of Mesquite Wall Permit application; available at /docs/wall-permit or mesquite.onlinegovt.com (Wall/Fence permit type)
- Req
Wall/Fence Plan
Showing wall location, height, material type, footing depth, and any structural details
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CMU or Concrete Wall | $6.50/sq ft (valuation factor; then Table 3-A applied to computed valuation) | Mesquite City Code §7-1-3, Table 3-J (Ord. B23-009): Wall & Fences — CMU or Concrete Wall = $6.50/sq ft |
| Brick or Stone Fence | $5.00/sq ft (valuation factor) | Table 3-J: Brick or Stone Fence = $5.00/sq ft |
| Ornamental Iron Fence | $4.00/sq ft (valuation factor) | Table 3-J: Ornamental Iron Fence = $4.00/sq ft |
| Chain Link and Wood Fence | $3.00/sq ft (valuation factor) | Table 3-J: Chain Link & Wood Fence = $3.00/sq ft |
| Retaining Wall — CMU or Concrete | $10.50/sq ft (valuation factor) | Table 3-J: Retaining Walls — CMU or Concrete Wall = $10.50/sq ft (face square footage) |
| Retaining Wall — Anchor/Diamond Wall | $6.50/sq ft (valuation factor) | Table 3-J: Anchor/Diamond Wall = $6.50/sq ft |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of building permit fee | Mesquite City Code §7-1-3, Item 9 |
| Administrative Fee | 10% of building permit fee | Mesquite City Code §7-1-3, Item 10 |
Review timeline
~2–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Mesquite building department
Inspection process
- 1
Footing / Foundation
Before pouring footing — verify depth (min. 12 inches frost depth), rebar, and alignment
- 2
Final
Wall or fence complete — verify height, materials, and compliance with approved plans
Tips
- Retaining wall design standards are published by the Southern Nevada Building Official (SNBO Standard B-101: Retaining Wall).
- Retaining walls using CMU/concrete are valued at $10.50/sq ft (face area) for permit fee calculation.
- The wall permit portal type is 'Wall/Fence' at mesquite.onlinegovt.com.
- Minimum fence clearance at utilities must comply with SNBO Standard B-104 (Minimum Fence Clearance At Utilities).
Frequently asked questions
- How is the block wall permit fee calculated in Mesquite?
- Mesquite uses valuation-based fees for walls and fences per Table 3-J (Ord. B23-009). For a CMU/concrete wall, multiply face square footage by $6.50; for a retaining wall (CMU/concrete), multiply by $10.50. Then apply Table 3-A to compute the permit fee. A 65% plan review fee and 10% administrative fee also apply. Contact the Building Division at (702) 346-2835.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- City of Mesquite Building Division (Development Services) — official building department
- Mesquite General Building Permit Information (Wall Permit)
- Mesquite City Code §7-1-3 — Table 3-J: Wall & Fence valuation factors (Ord. B23-009)
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 Mesquite building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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