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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)

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Fee schedule

CMU or Concrete WallMesquite City Code §7-1-3, Table 3-J (Ord. B23-009): Wall & Fences — CMU or Concrete Wall = $6.50/sq ft
$6.50/sq ft (valuation factor; then Table 3-A applied to computed valuation)
Brick or Stone FenceTable 3-J: Brick or Stone Fence = $5.00/sq ft
$5.00/sq ft (valuation factor)
Ornamental Iron FenceTable 3-J: Ornamental Iron Fence = $4.00/sq ft
$4.00/sq ft (valuation factor)
Chain Link and Wood FenceTable 3-J: Chain Link & Wood Fence = $3.00/sq ft
$3.00/sq ft (valuation factor)
Retaining Wall — CMU or ConcreteTable 3-J: Retaining Walls — CMU or Concrete Wall = $10.50/sq ft (face square footage)
$10.50/sq ft (valuation factor)
Retaining Wall — Anchor/Diamond WallTable 3-J: Anchor/Diamond Wall = $6.50/sq ft
$6.50/sq ft (valuation factor)
Plan Review FeeMesquite City Code §7-1-3, Item 9
65% of building permit fee
Administrative FeeMesquite City Code §7-1-3, Item 10
10% of building permit fee

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Mesquite building department
~2–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Footing / Foundation

    Before pouring footing — verify depth (min. 12 inches frost depth), rebar, and alignment

  2. 2

    Final

    Wall or fence complete — verify height, materials, and compliance with approved plans

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

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

Mesquite requires a block / screen wall permit for: 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). If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Mesquite Building Division (Development Services) at (702) 346-2835 before starting work.

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.

Plan review for a block / screen wall permit in Mesquite typically runs 2–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Mesquite Building Division (Development Services) at (702) 346-2835.

You'll need: Wall Permit Application; Wall/Fence Plan. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Mesquite requires 2 inspection(s) for a block / screen wall permit, in order: Footing / Foundation, Final. Schedule each through City of Mesquite Building Division (Development Services) ((702) 346-2835).

Apply through City of Mesquite Building Division (Development Services) at 10 E. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite, NV 89027. Phone: (702) 346-2835, email: buildingpermits@mesquitenv.gov. Office hours: Mon–Thu 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Fri–Sun closed). Official information: https://www.mesquitenv.gov/resources/building-divison.

Mesquite, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — with Southern Nevada and City of Mesquite amendments; adopted Ord. B25-013, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — with Southern Nevada and City of Mesquite amendments; adopted Ord. B25-012, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — adopted with City of Mesquite amendments, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) — published by IAPMO; adopted with City of Mesquite amendments, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — published by IAPMO; adopted with City of Mesquite amendments, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — adopted with City of Mesquite amendments, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — Southern Nevada amendments with City of Mesquite amendments; adopted Ord. B25-009, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Southern Nevada amendments; adopted Ord. B25-011, eff. Aug. 12, 2025; 1997 Uniform Administrative Code (UAC) — with City of Mesquite amendments governing permit issuance and fee collection; fee schedule last amended Ord. B23-009, Jul. 11, 2023. Local amendments apply — see the Mesquite 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 Mesquite building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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