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North Las Vegas building permits
VerifiedNorth Las Vegas, Nevada — as published 2026-06-30.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 20262024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 20262024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 20262024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 20262024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 2026 (amended by NLV Ord. 3259, 3/4/26: pet door protection for pool/spa access)2024 International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 20262024 International Fire Code (IFC) with applicable standards — effective January 5, 20262024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC, IAPMO version) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 2026 (NOTE: UMC, not IMC)2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC, IAPMO version) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 2026 (NOTE: UPC, not IPC)2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 2026City of North Las Vegas Building Administrative Code (Chapter 15.72, NLV Municipal Code) — ongoing, last amended by Ord. 3256 (10/15/25)ANSI A117.1-2009 (Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities)ASHRAE (applicable energy standards)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit — New Construction (Single-Family)
VerifiedRequired for all new single-family dwellings and duplexes in the City of North Las Vegas. Covers structural construction, framing, envelope, and all associated systems under the 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments. Automatic fire sprinkler systems are required for permits issued on or after January 5, 2026.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Valid Nevada State contractor license and City of North Las Vegas business license required for contractor-pulled permits
- Homeowner-owner-occupant exemption available for single-family dwelling at owner's own residence (NRS 278.573 / NLV MC 15.72.160F); owner must directly supervise and not build for sale/lease within one year
- Submit application at Permit Application Center, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North, or online via CSS portal
- Plans must comply with 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments (effective January 5, 2026)
- Energy compliance documentation per 2024 IECC Climate Zone 3B required
- Automatic residential fire sprinkler system required (permits issued on or after January 5, 2026 per Ord. 3256)
- Separate sub-permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
- Plot plan required (Residential Plot Plan application available from Permit Application Center)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application form; available at Permit Application Center or cityofnorthlasvegas.com/business/permit-application-center
- RequiredResidential Plot PlanSite plan showing property lines, setbacks, and structure location; NLV Residential Plot Plan form required
- OptionalSingle-Family Residential Submittal and Permit GuideNLV guide for single-family residential plan submittals; available from Permit Application Center
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsComplete plan set including floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details — drawn to scale in compliance with 2024 IRC
- RequiredEnergy Compliance Documentation2024 IECC Climate Zone 3B compliance documentation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A (NLV MC 15.72.230) | Varies — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Valuation is calculated using Table 3-E (NLV MC 15.72.270) with Nevada Regional Modifier 0.89. For Type V-B R-3 (one/two-family), base rate is $50.00/sq ft × 0.89 = $44.50/sq ft. A new 1,500 sq ft home would have a valuation of approximately $66,750, yielding a permit fee of approximately $469. Table 3-A fee examples: $1–$500 valuation = $29; $9,001–$10,000 = $169; $49,001–$50,000 = $408; $50,001–$100,000 = $408 + $4.00 per additional $1,000; over $100,000 = $620 + $3.30 per additional $1,000. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.230 — charged on each permit in addition to valuation-based fee |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | NLV MC 15.72.230C — paid at time of plan submittal; separate from permit fee |
| Planning/Zoning review fee | 10% of permit fee | NLV MC 15.72.230C |
| Fire review fee | $100 | Per NLV Permit Application Center fee schedule |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | NLV MC 15.72.230B.5 — charged on each permit |
| Park impact fee (residential) | $0.36 per square foot | Per NLV Permit Application Center fee schedule |
| Clark County Transportation Tax (residential) | $1,000 per unit | Per NLV Permit Application Center fee schedule |
| Electrical sub-permit fee | 18% of building permit fee (percentage method), or itemized per Table 3-B | NLV MC 15.72.240 — contractor chooses percentage method or itemized schedule |
| Mechanical sub-permit fee | 16% of building permit fee (percentage method), or itemized per Table 3-C | NLV MC 15.72.250 — contractor chooses percentage method or itemized schedule |
| Plumbing sub-permit fee | 18% of building permit fee (percentage method), or itemized per Table 3-D | NLV MC 15.72.260 — contractor chooses percentage method or itemized schedule |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | NLV MC 15.72.230B.4 |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, structural alterations, remodels, garage conversions, patio covers, room additions, and other residential alterations in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Room additions and structural modifications
- Garage conversions (separate guide available from Permit Application Center)
- Patio covers and screen rooms (aluminum or wood)
- Decks and balconies
- Retaining walls and block walls
- Submit Building Permit Application at Permit Application Center or via CSS portal
- Plans must comply with 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsPlans showing scope of work, dimensions, structural details, and connection to existing structure
- RequiredResidential Plot PlanUpdated plot plan showing new addition relative to property lines and existing structures
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Valuation per Table 3-F (NLV MC 15.72.280): addition to dwelling without plumbing $35/sq ft; with plumbing $38/sq ft; patio cover aluminum $7/sq ft; wood $12/sq ft; balcony/sun deck $18/sq ft. Nevada Regional Modifier 0.89 applied to all Table 3-F values, e.g. addition without plumbing $35.00 × 0.89 = $31.15/sq ft; with plumbing $38.00 × 0.89 = $33.82/sq ft. Fee then per Table 3-A. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Planning/Zoning review fee | 10% of permit fee | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installations, alterations, and repairs in the City of North Las Vegas. All work must comply with the 2023 NEC with Southern Nevada and NLV local amendments (effective January 5, 2026). Covers service changes, panel upgrades, new circuits, EV chargers, and solar electrical connections.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Installation, alteration, or repair of any electrical system
- Panel upgrades and service changes
- New circuits, wiring for additions
- Electric vehicle charger (EVSE) installation
- Solar panel electrical connections
- Valid Nevada state electrical contractor license required (except homeowner exemption for own SFD)
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Electrical Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- OptionalElectric Load CalculationRequired for panel upgrades and new construction; NLV Electric Load Calculation form available from Permit Application Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.240 |
| Electric service (including first meter socket) | $9.00 | Table 3-B — NLV MC 15.72.240 |
| Service over 200 up to 600 amperes | $19.00 | — |
| Service over 600 up to 1,200 amperes | $36.00 | — |
| Service over 1,200 amperes | $73.00 | — |
| Subpanels | $4.50 each | Confirmed against live NLV MC Table 3-B (15.72.240) text via Municode 2026-07-17: "Subpanels .....4.50" — figure is accurate; a prior drift flag on this line was a false alarm |
| Receptacles, outlets, switches (each) | $1.00 | — |
| Special purpose outlet (ceiling fan, EV outlet, barbecue, etc.) | $1.00 each | — |
| Swimming pool — residential (electrical) | $29.00 | — |
| Air conditioning (heating/cooling, permanently connected) | $4.50 | — |
| Generator or transformer — first KW or first HP | $4.50 | — |
| Electrical sub-permit (associated with building permit) — percentage method | 18% of building permit fee | Contractor chooses percentage method or itemized Table 3-B; NLV MC 15.72.240 |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Southern Nevada amendments (effective January 5, 2026). Note: North Las Vegas uses the UPC (IAPMO), not the IPC.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Repair, replace, relocate, or add to the plumbing system
- Water heater installation or replacement
- New fixtures (toilets, sinks, showers, bathtubs)
- Sewer system — new, replacement, modification
- Water distribution system changes
- Swimming pool plumbing
- Valid Nevada state plumbing contractor license required
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Plumbing Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.260 — Table 3-D |
| License inspection fee | $100 | — |
| Water heater (gas or electric) | $3.00 | Per fixture; add $75 admin fee and $100 license inspection fee for standalone permit |
| Toilet, sink, bathtub, shower, lavatory, or other fixture (each) | $3.00 each | — |
| Sewer system — new, replacement, modification | $15.00 | — |
| Water distribution system — single-family dwelling | $9.00 | — |
| Fuel piping system — single-family dwelling | $9.00 | — |
| Each gas appliance (any type) | $3.00 | — |
| Swimming pool or spa — private/wading (plumbing) | $29.00 | — |
| Spa — preformed (private) | $15.00 | — |
| Solar energy system collector (including piping) | $8.00 | — |
| Plumbing sub-permit (associated with building permit) — percentage method | 18% of building permit fee | Contractor chooses percentage method or itemized Table 3-D; NLV MC 15.72.260 |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and related mechanical installations in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Southern Nevada amendments (effective January 5, 2026). Covers furnaces, A/C units, evaporative coolers, ductwork, and ventilation systems.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Install or change any part of a heating or cooling system
- Furnace, air conditioner, heat pump, or evaporative cooler installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or major modification
- Boiler installation or replacement
- Kitchen or commercial hood installation
- Valid Nevada state mechanical contractor license required
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Mechanical Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.250 — Table 3-C |
| Forced-air or gravity furnace/burner (up to 100,000 BTU/H) including ducts and vents | $9.00 | — |
| Forced-air or gravity furnace/burner (over 100,000 BTU/H) | $11.00 | — |
| Evaporative cooler (other than portable) | $6.50 each | — |
| Air-handling unit (up to 10,000 CFM, including attached ducts) | $6.50 | — |
| Air-handling unit (over 10,000 CFM) | $11.00 | — |
| Ventilation fan (bathroom, dryer — single duct) | $4.50 each | — |
| Kitchen or other hood with mechanical exhaust | $6.50 each | — |
| Repair, alteration, or addition to heating/cooling/absorption appliance or system | $9.00 | — |
| Boiler or compressor (up to 3 HP or 3 tons, or absorption up to 100,000 BTU/H) | $9.00 | — |
| Mechanical sub-permit (associated with building permit) — percentage method | 16% of building permit fee | Contractor chooses percentage method or itemized Table 3-C; NLV MC 15.72.250 |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Residential Re-roof Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement and re-roofing on residential buildings in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement (tear-off and re-roof)
- Re-roofing overlay
- Submit Building Permit Application at Permit Application Center
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based | Varies — valuation-based ($3.00/sq ft × 0.89 NV modifier) | Valuation per NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280): Residential re-roof $3.00/sq ft (not per roofing square). Nevada Regional Modifier 0.89 applied = $2.67/sq ft effective rate. Permit fee per Table 3-A. Example: a typical 2,000 sq ft home = ~$5,340 valuation, permit fee ~$145. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial properties in the City of North Las Vegas. Requires both a Building Permit (structural) and a separate Electrical Permit (wiring). NLV has a dedicated Solar Permit Application.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop or ground-mounted solar panel installation
- Battery storage system installation associated with solar
- Building Permit Application (structural mounting) — use Solar Permit Application form
- Electrical Permit Application (wiring and inverter connections)
Required documents
- RequiredSolar Permit ApplicationDedicated NLV Solar Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center (separate from standard Building Permit Application)
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationSeparate electrical permit for solar wiring, inverter, and interconnection
- RequiredSolar Site Plan / Roof PlanRoof plan showing panel placement, access pathways, and setbacks per 2024 IFC
- RequiredElectrical Single-Line DiagramSystem wiring from panels to inverter to main panel per 2023 NEC
- RequiredEquipment SpecificationsData sheets for panels, inverter, and racking system
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based on total installed cost (contract price) of the solar system; fee per Table 3-A | NLV has no flat solar permit fee. Per NLV MC 15.72.170B.2–B.3 (confirmed on Municode, Supp. 144): valuation = total value of all construction work; for items not listed in Table 3-E the Building Official uses the contract price inclusive of all labor, equipment, and contractor profit. Solar PV is not enumerated in Tables 3-E or 3-F, so the total installed cost is the valuation basis. No separate flat solar fee exists. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Electrical permit fee (solar wiring) | Itemized per Table 3-B or 18% of building permit fee | Separate electrical permit required for the wiring/inverter portion |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an accessory dwelling unit (ADU, also called guest house/casita) on a residential property in the City of North Las Vegas. Local dimensional standards are codified in NLV Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning), §17.20.030.F.2 — Accessory Dwelling Units (Supp. 144). In the single-family residential districts (O-L, R-E, R-EL, R-1) an ADU requires a special use permit and is limited to lots ≥6,000 sq ft; the ADU must be 200–800 sq ft and may not exceed 50% of the principal dwelling's gross floor area (whichever is less). NLV (population 60,000+) is also subject to NRS 278.257 (eff. July 1, 2026), which mandates NLV authorize ADUs on single-family residential lots and prohibits any local ordinance from barring the owner from renting the ADU as long-term housing (transient/short-term lodging may still be prohibited); local conditions more restrictive than that statute are superseded as of July 1, 2026. Governed by the 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- In O-L, R-E, R-EL, and R-1 districts an ADU is allowed only by special use review and only on a lot of at least 6,000 sq ft whose principal use is a single-family dwelling (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c)
- ADU gross floor area: minimum 200 sq ft; maximum is the lesser of 50% of the principal dwelling's gross floor area or 800 sq ft; a tiny house may not exceed 400 sq ft (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c.iv)
- ADU must contain its own kitchen and restroom facilities (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c.ii)
- No more than one ADU per lot, and no ADU may be located within 300 ft of another ADU in these districts (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c.v–vi)
- At least one off-street parking space in addition to that required for the principal use, and no more than two off-street spaces for the ADU (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c.vii)
- Mobile homes, recreational vehicles, and travel trailers may not be used as ADUs; the ADU may not be sold apart from the principal dwelling; home occupations are prohibited in an ADU (NLVMC §17.20.030.F.2.c.iii, x, xi)
- A 'Guest House/Casita' is separately permitted (P) by right in the R-E, R-EL, R-1, and R-CL districts per Table 17.20-3; ADUs (with full kitchen) are 'S' (special use) in those single-family districts and 'P' in PUD/PID, MUD, and PCD districts
- NRS 278.257 (eff. July 1, 2026) prohibits: prohibiting separate kitchen facilities, requiring >1 extra parking space (where existing + street parking is adequate), requiring street improvements except for construction-disturbance repair or public health/safety, setbacks more restrictive than the primary residence, or barring the ADU from long-term rental housing — these supersede any more-restrictive Title 17 condition as of that date (NRS 278.257(2), confirmed via direct statute text 2026-07-17). NOTE: the statute contains no owner-occupancy provision, and NLV's own Title 17 §17.20.030.F.2 ADU standards do not impose an owner-occupancy condition either — an earlier version of this entry incorrectly attributed an owner-occupancy bar to NRS 278.257; that claim has been removed as unsupported by the statute's text
- Submit Building Permit Application at Permit Application Center
- Plans must comply with 2024 IRC with Southern Nevada amendments
- Automatic fire sprinkler system required (permits issued on or after January 5, 2026 per Ord. 3256) — NOTE: NRS 278.257 Sec. 3(b) exempts ADUs from commercial fire-sprinkler codes; the NLV residential sprinkler requirement under IRC/Ord. 3256 applies to residential units; confirm with Building Safety
- Separate sub-permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical
- Plot plan showing ADU relative to primary dwelling and property lines required
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- RequiredResidential Plot PlanPlot plan showing primary dwelling, ADU placement, setbacks, and property lines
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFull plan set for ADU including floor plans, elevations, sections, structural details
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based per Table 3-A (same schedule as new residential construction) | ADU valuation uses Table 3-E for dwelling type (R-3 Type V-B: $50/sq ft) × 0.89 Nevada Regional Modifier. For a detached ADU (Type V-B), base rate $50.00/sq ft × 0.89 Nevada modifier; fee per Table 3-A. Plus all standard add-ons: $75 admin, 65% plan check, 10% zoning, $100 fire review, 3% recording, $0.36/sq ft park impact, $1,000 Clark County Transportation Tax. |
| Clark County Transportation Tax | $1,000 per unit | — |
| Park impact fee | $0.36 per square foot | — |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for the demolition of structures in the City of North Las Vegas. Valuation is based on a percentage of the building valuation: 6% for warehouses, 8% for all other structure types.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submit Building Permit Application at Permit Application Center
- Contract price or building valuation documentation required
- Utility disconnection confirmation may be required prior to permit issuance
- Clark County Health District Air Quality Permit may be required for asbestos-containing materials (separate permit — guide available from Permit Application Center)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- OptionalClark County Health District Air Quality Permit GuideRequired for demolition of structures potentially containing asbestos; separate CCHD process
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — percentage of building valuation | Varies — valuation-based (6% of valuation for warehouse, 8% for all other structures), then per Table 3-A | Demolition valuation per NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280): 'Using valuation method, provide contract price or based on valuation in percentage of the building valuation: 6% for warehouse, 8% all others.' |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit
VerifiedRequired for tenant improvements, interior build-outs, and alterations to existing commercial, industrial, or multifamily structures in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 IBC with Southern Nevada and NLV local amendments.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Valid Nevada State contractor license and NLV business license required
- Submit Building Permit Application at Permit Application Center or via online portal
- Plans must comply with 2024 IBC with Southern Nevada and NLV local amendments
- Tenant Improvement Plan Submittal and Permit Guide available from Permit Application Center
- Separate sub-permits required for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical
- Fire plan review required ($100 fire review fee)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Building Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- OptionalTenant Improvement Plan Submittal and Permit GuideNLV guide for commercial tenant improvement plan submittals; available from Permit Application Center
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsArchitectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans per 2024 IBC
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based (30% of total project valuation), then per Table 3-A | NLV MC Table 3-E note: 'Tenant Improvement: 30% of total project valuation.' Clark County Transportation Tax for commercial: $1/sq ft. For B Occupancy Type V-B: $76/sq ft × 0.89 = $67.64/sq ft × 30% = $20.29/sq ft effective TI valuation rate; fee per Table 3-A. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Planning/Zoning review fee | 10% of permit fee | — |
| Fire review fee | $100 | — |
| Clark County Transportation Tax (commercial) | $1 per square foot | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Swimming Pool / Spa Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of residential and commercial swimming pools, spas, and hot tubs in the City of North Las Vegas. Governed by the 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) with Southern Nevada and NLV amendments (effective January 5, 2026, amended by Ord. 3259 3/4/26 to protect pet door openings with direct pool/spa access). A Drowning Prevention Fee applies to each pool/spa permit.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submit Swimming Pool Application at Permit Application Center
- Separate Plumbing Permit and Electrical Permit required
- Contractor must hold valid Nevada state contractor license and NLV business license
- Fence/barrier enclosure required per 2024 ISPSC and NLV ordinances
- NLV Ord. 3259 (3/4/26): pet door openings with direct access to pool or spa must be protected
- Clark County Health District approval required for public/semi-public pools
Required documents
- RequiredSwimming Pool ApplicationOfficial NLV Swimming Pool Application; available at Permit Application Center
- RequiredPlot Plan showing pool locationSite plan showing pool/spa placement, setbacks from property lines and structures
- RequiredPool/Spa Construction DrawingsStructural and equipment plans for pool/spa construction
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based ($36.00/sq ft × 0.89 NV modifier for standard pool), then per Table 3-A | Valuation per NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280): 'Standard swim pool $36.00; Above ground (over 5K gals) $16.00; Pool deck $6.00.' Nevada Regional Modifier 0.89 applied. Standard swimming pool $36.00 × 0.89 = $32.04/sq ft effective valuation rate; above-ground pool (over 5,000 gal) $16/sq ft effective; pool deck $6/sq ft. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Drowning Prevention Fee | $25 per pool or spa permit | NLV MC 15.72.230B.6 — charged on each pool or spa permit in addition to the standard permit fee |
| Plumbing Permit Fee (pool plumbing) | $29.00 for private/wading pool including spa; $15.00 for preformed spa (private) | Per NLV MC Table 3-D (15.72.260) — separate plumbing permit required |
| Electrical Permit Fee (pool electrical) | $29.00 for residential pool (electrical) | Per NLV MC Table 3-B (15.72.240) — separate electrical permit required |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
Block Wall / Screen Wall / Retaining Wall Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of block walls, screen walls, retaining walls, and masonry fences in the City of North Las Vegas. NLV has a dedicated Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application and a Block and Retaining Walls Permit Guide.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submit Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application at Permit Application Center
- Block and Retaining Walls Permit Guide available from Permit Application Center
- Structural calculations may be required depending on height and soil conditions
- Geotechnical Report Checklist may apply for retaining walls on expansive soils
Required documents
- RequiredRetaining, Block, Screen Walls ApplicationDedicated NLV application for block/screen/retaining walls; available at Permit Application Center
- OptionalBlock and Retaining Walls Permit GuideNLV guide for block wall construction; available from Permit Application Center
- RequiredPlot PlanSite plan showing wall location, setbacks, and dimensions
- OptionalStructural CalculationsEngineer-stamped structural calculations for walls over code-prescribed height or on slopes
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation per linear foot (Table 3-F) | Varies — valuation-based ($16.00/linear ft × 0.89 NV modifier for masonry/block wall), then per Table 3-A | Valuation per NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280): Masonry (block) fence/wall $16.00/linear ft; Masonry planters $7.00/linear ft; Retaining walls by height. Nevada Regional Modifier 0.89 applied. Masonry/block wall $16.00 × 0.89 = $14.24/linear ft effective. Retaining wall by height: 3 ft $11/linear ft; 4 ft $14/linear ft; 5 ft $17/linear ft; 6 ft $20/linear ft; 8 ft $27/linear ft. Fee per Table 3-A. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | — |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | — |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | — |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | — |
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedThe City of North Las Vegas does not issue a separate EV charger permit type. Installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) — Level 1 or Level 2 chargers — is permitted as electrical work under the City's standard Electrical Permit. NLV Municipal Code Table 3-B (15.72.240), the same fee table used for all electrical permits, contains a specific line item for "Special purpose outlet (ceiling fan, EV outlet, barbecue, etc.)" billed per outlet, in addition to the flat administrative fee charged on every electrical permit. All work must comply with the 2023 NEC with Southern Nevada and NLV local amendments (effective January 5, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electric vehicle charger (EVSE) installation requires an Electrical Permit — no separate EV-specific permit exists
- Valid Nevada state electrical contractor license required for contractor-pulled permits (homeowner exemption available for own single-family dwelling)
- Dedicated branch circuit sized to NEC requirements for the charger's rated load
- GFCI protection and NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System) compliance
- Submit application at Permit Application Center, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North, or online via the CSS portal
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit ApplicationOfficial NLV Electrical Permit Application; available at Permit Application Center
- OptionalElectric Load CalculationRequired to confirm panel capacity supports the added EVSE circuit; NLV Electric Load Calculation form available from Permit Application Center
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.240 |
| Special purpose outlet (ceiling fan, EV outlet, barbecue, etc.) | $1.00 each | Table 3-B — NLV MC 15.72.240; the EV-specific line item within the electrical fee table |
| Electrical sub-permit (associated with new-construction building permit) — percentage method | 18% of building permit fee | Contractor may choose the percentage method or the itemized Table 3-B fees; NLV MC 15.72.240 |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for the erection, installation, repair, or relocation of most permanent and temporary signs in the City of North Las Vegas, per NLV Municipal Code Title 17 §17.24.150 (Signs). Signage is reviewed by the Building Department using a dedicated Sign Permit Application; valuation (and permit fee) is based on the signed contract price (material, labor, and manufacturer's costs), consistent with NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280), which lists signs as "provide contract price" rather than a per-square-foot rate. Off-premise signs carry a separate flat $500.00 fee.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- A sign may not be erected, installed, repaired, or moved without a permit from the Building Department, except signs exempt under NLV MC §17.24.150.B.1: construction signs, real estate signs up to 32 sq ft, political signs, holiday/special-event decorations (removed within 10 days of the event), nameplates of 2 sq ft or less, and maintenance of a manual or automatic changeable-copy sign
- All sign locations for signs requiring a permit must be approved in conjunction with an approved site plan or unified sign plan (NLV MC §17.24.150.B.2)
- Off-premise signs require written, notarized authorization from the property owner (with deed) attached to the application, and carry a flat $500.00 permit fee (per the NLV Sign Permit Application form)
- A copy of the signed contract must be submitted with the application; sign valuation is based on the contract price, inclusive of material, labor, and manufacturer's costs
- Contractor must be licensed under NRS 624.240 and hold a City of North Las Vegas business license
- Freestanding sign area, height, spacing, and setback are governed by Table 17.24.150-1 and Table 17.24.150-2, which vary by zoning district and (for commercial) tenant floor area
- Businesses in a shopping/business center that combine frontage for sign-area purposes must have a Unified Sign Plan administratively approved by the Community Development Department before individual tenant sign permits are submitted
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit ApplicationDedicated NLV Sign Permit Application form (updated 01/06/2026); available at the Permit Application Center
- RequiredSigned ContractCopy of the signed contract for the sign work, showing material, labor, and manufacturer's cost — used to establish the permit valuation
- RequiredSite Plan or Unified Sign PlanPlan showing sign location, type, and area relative to the structure and property lines; required for all permitted sign locations
- OptionalNotarized Off-Premise Sign AuthorizationWritten, notarized authorization from the property owner (with deed) — required only for off-premise signs
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based on contract price (material, labor, manufacturer's costs), then per Table 3-A | NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280) lists signs as "Signs - provide contract price" (no per-square-foot rate, unlike most other Table 3-F items) — the contract price from the signed contract becomes the valuation input to Table 3-A. |
| Off-Premise Sign Fee | $500.00 flat | Per the NLV Sign Permit Application form; applies specifically to off-premise signs and requires notarized property-owner authorization |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.230 |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | NLV MC 15.72.230C |
| Recording fee | 3% of permit fee (minimum $2) | NLV MC 15.72.230B.5 |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | NLV MC 15.72.230B.4 |
Fire Sprinkler System Permit
VerifiedA construction permit is required for the installation, modification, or retrofit of any automatic fire sprinkler system in the City of North Las Vegas, per 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) §105.6.1. The permit is reviewed by North Las Vegas Fire Prevention (part of the Division of Building and Fire Safety) against NFPA 13 (2022 edition) and NFPA 25 (2023 edition), plus the North Las Vegas Fire Code (NLV MC Chapter 15.92). This is a separate construction permit from the automatic residential fire sprinkler requirement built into new single-family building permits (Ord. 3256, effective January 5, 2026) — that citywide mandate is documented under the Residential Building Permit entry; this permit type is the sprinkler-system installation permit itself.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Construction permit required for installation of any sprinkler system per 2024 IFC §105.6.1
- Plans must include all information required by NFPA 13, 2022 edition, §28.1.3 (items 1 through 23), and a system hydraulic calculation report per NFPA 13 §28.2
- Plans must be reviewed and signed by a NICET Level 2 designer in water-based fire protection systems, with the designer's name, certificate number, and signature indicated
- City of North Las Vegas Fire Sprinkler General Notes form (commercial or residential version) must be filled out and included on the plans, identifying the applicable NFPA standards (NFPA 13, 13R, 14, 20, 24, etc.), building use/hazard classification, and water-flow test data
- Manufacturer's specification sheets required for all system components
- All portions of the automatic sprinkler system must be installed, tested, and flushed by a company licensed by the Nevada State Fire Marshal's office
- Hydrostatic testing and underground flushing must be witnessed by North Las Vegas Fire Prevention, which requires at least 24 hours' notice before any test or inspection
- Fire sprinkler piping may not be concealed behind walls, sheetrock, or ceiling tiles until the rough and hydrostatic inspections are signed off by the fire inspector (IFC §108.4)
- Submit the Fire Protection Application and required documents through the Permit Application Center
Required documents
- RequiredFire Protection ApplicationDedicated NLV Fire Prevention permit application; available at the Permit Application Center
- RequiredSprinkler System PlansPlans meeting NFPA 13, 2022 edition, §28.1.3 (items 1-23); signed by a NICET Level 2 water-based fire protection designer
- RequiredHydraulic Calculation ReportSystem hydraulic calculation report per NFPA 13, 2022 edition, §28.2
- RequiredFire Sprinkler General Notes (Commercial or Residential)City of North Las Vegas Fire Prevention general-notes form, filled out with NFPA standard selections, hazard classification, density, and water-flow test data
- RequiredManufacturer Specification SheetsData sheets for all system components installed
- OptionalFlow Test Information / AMMRWater-flow test results (conducted within 6 months prior to submittal) and, if applicable, an Alternative Material and Method Report
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan review fee — Fire protection plans | $100.00, or the fee determined by the building permit fee (Table 3-A) in Title 15, whichever is greater | NLV MC 15.92.070.IV; the $100 minimum does NOT apply to sprinkler systems in single-family residences or duplexes |
| Building/Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based, then per Table 3-A | NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280) has no dedicated valuation line item for fire sprinkler systems. Fire protection work is included within the definition of "valuation" at NLV MC 15.72.050, and for a standalone sprinkler permit is assessed at the Building Official's discretion on a contract-price basis (the same approach documented for this jurisdiction's Solar PV permit), then run through Table 3-A. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.230 |
| Re-inspection fee (fire-specific) | $80.00 per inspection (3rd and subsequent reinspections; 1st/2nd are no charge) | NLV MC 15.92.070.IV — distinct from the $100 general building re-inspection fee |
| Same-day inspection | $160.00 per inspection | For inspections requested after 3:00 p.m. the previous business day; NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
| Unauthorized construction fee | $250.00 or double the permit fee, whichever is greater | Applies if a fire sprinkler system is installed without approved plans; NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
| Alternate Material or Method application (AMMR) | $80.00 per application | One request allowed per application; NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedA fire permit is required for the installation of any fire alarm system in the City of North Las Vegas per the 2024 International Fire Code (IFC). The permit is reviewed by North Las Vegas Fire Prevention (part of the Division of Building and Fire Safety) against NFPA 72, 2022 edition, and the North Las Vegas Fire Code (NLV MC Chapter 15.92). This is a separate construction permit from the Fire Sprinkler System Permit, with its own submittal guideline, general-notes form, and inspection sequence.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Fire permit required for installation of any fire alarm system per the 2024 IFC
- Plans must indicate: Fire Alarm System General Notes (filled out), detailed scope of work, room use identification, alarm devices with candela ratings, notification devices, control equipment, mounting equipment and height detail, riser diagram, sequence-of-operation matrix, battery capacity/safety margin calculations, voltage-drop calculations, and a Life Safety Report if applicable
- Manufacturer's specification sheets required for all components installed
- Design and installation must meet the 2024 IBC, 2024 IFC, 2022 NFPA 72, and Nevada State Fire Marshal regulations, with occupancy classification(s)/load(s) and fire alarm circuit classification (Power Limited or Non-Power Limited) identified on the plans
- Contractor (or designee) must provide testing equipment and perform all testing required by NLV Fire Prevention
- A rough electrical inspection by NLV Building Safety, and a separate rough fire alarm inspection of all device/box locations and wiring by NLV Fire Prevention, are both required before concealment behind sheetrock
- Installing contractor must "pretest" the entire system before scheduling the final inspection, with a written pretest record provided
- A two-part 24-hour battery test is required: AC power disconnection, then a second check at least 24 hours later during which all indicating devices are activated for at least 5 minutes (15 minutes for voice communications)
- Record of completion and a copy of the maintenance agreement must be uploaded to the permit via the Citizen Self Service (CSS) Portal before the final inspection is completed
- A framed or laminated readable 11x17 floor plan must be mounted securely adjacent to the control panel and all annunciators
- Submit the Fire Protection Application and required documents through the Permit Application Center
Required documents
- RequiredFire Protection ApplicationDedicated NLV Fire Prevention permit application; available at the Permit Application Center
- RequiredFire Alarm System PlansPlans showing scope of work, device locations/candela ratings, riser diagram, sequence of operation, and battery/voltage-drop calculations
- RequiredFire Alarm System General NotesCity of North Las Vegas Fire Prevention general-notes form, printed on the first page of all fire alarm system plans, with adopted-code and circuit-classification checkboxes filled out
- RequiredManufacturer Specification SheetsData sheets for all fire alarm components installed
- OptionalLife Safety ReportRequired if applicable to the project/occupancy
- RequiredMaintenance Agreement / Record of CompletionUploaded via the Citizen Self Service (CSS) Portal before the final inspection is completed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plan review fee — Fire protection plans | $100.00, or the fee determined by the building permit fee (Table 3-A) in Title 15, whichever is greater | NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
| Building/Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based, then per Table 3-A | NLV MC Table 3-F (15.72.280) has no dedicated valuation line item for fire alarm systems. Fire protection work is included within the definition of "valuation" at NLV MC 15.72.050, and for a standalone alarm permit is assessed at the Building Official's discretion on a contract-price basis, then run through Table 3-A. |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.230 |
| Re-inspection fee (fire-specific) | $80.00 per inspection (3rd and subsequent reinspections; 1st/2nd are no charge) | NLV MC 15.92.070.IV — distinct from the $100 general building re-inspection fee |
| Same-day inspection | $160.00 per inspection | For inspections requested after 3:00 p.m. the previous business day; NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
| Unauthorized construction fee | $250.00 or double the permit fee, whichever is greater | Applies if a fire alarm system is installed without approved plans; NLV MC 15.92.070.IV |
Change of Occupancy / Certificate of Occupancy Permit
VerifiedRequired whenever a building or space in the City of North Las Vegas changes use or occupancy classification — including changes with no physical alterations. Governed by NLV MC §15.72.220 (Certificate of Occupancy) and the 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) Chapter 10 (Partial or Complete change of occupancy). Per NLV's "Policy for Change of Occupancy" submittal checklist, a change-of-use permit is required even when no construction work is proposed, and the Building Safety and Fire Prevention Division must re-inspect the space before a new Certificate of Occupancy is issued.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Per 2024 IEBC §506.1 and NLV MC §15.72.220.B, no change may be made in the use or occupancy of a building that would place it in a different division of the same occupancy group, or in a different occupancy group, unless the building is made to comply with the code for that division/group
- All changes in occupancy or use type require submittal of the Change of Occupancy checklist items, even if no physical alterations are being done
- Prerequisites that must be in place before a building permit application can be accepted: appropriate zoning for the proposed use; any required Special Use Permit, Conditional Use Permit, or Variance already approved; Site Plan Review or Planned Unit Development approval for the site; and compliance with any Planning Commission/City Council conditions of approval
- Project must comply with 2024 IEBC Chapter 10 for Partial or Complete change of occupancy
- Complete building and plumbing code analysis required: type of construction (including whether the building is sprinklered), occupancy classification, actual/allowable floor area, height, and stories, exit analysis, fire-resistive requirements, code reference/year, and required vs. provided plumbing fixture counts
- Where a change of occupancy results in a higher risk category, the building must satisfy 2024 IBC §1609 and §1613 for the new risk category using applicable wind and full seismic forces
- Accessible access and egress required per 2024 IBC Chapter 10 and applicable Chapter 11 items for the affected area
- New occupancy classification must comply with 2024 IECC §C505 where the change increases fossil fuel/electrical energy demand or total interior lighting wattage
- Applications expire 180 days from the date of submittal if permits are not issued
- Following issuance of the Change of Occupancy permit, a Building Safety and Fire Prevention Division inspection is required before a new Certificate of Occupancy is issued
- A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy is available (valid 30 days, renewable once for a total of 60 days) if the Building Official finds no substantial hazard from earlier occupancy of a portion of the building
Required documents
- RequiredChange of Occupancy Submittal Checklist / Building Permit ApplicationNLV "Policy for Change of Occupancy" submittal checklist, filed as a building permit application; available at the Permit Application Center
- RequiredSite PlanPrepared by a licensed architect, civil engineer, or general contractor; may be a copy of the original as-built plan (hardship exception available with Building Official approval)
- RequiredBuilding and Plumbing Code AnalysisConstruction type, occupancy classification, floor area/height/stories (actual vs. allowable), exit analysis, fire-resistive requirements, and fixture counts
- RequiredArchitectural Floor PlanFully dimensioned floor plan with all rooms labeled by size and intended use, door schedule, and exit locations
- OptionalArchitectural/Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing PlansRequired if part of the proposed changes
- OptionalTemporary Certificate of Occupancy ApplicationDedicated NLV form; only required if requesting occupancy of a portion of the building before full completion
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based per Table 3-A if the change of occupancy involves construction work | A change of occupancy with no construction work still requires a permit application per NLV's Policy for Change of Occupancy, but the City's published materials do not state a flat fee for a no-construction change-of-use review separate from the Table 3-A framework |
| Administrative fee | $75 per permit | NLV MC 15.72.230 |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy application/renewal fee | Not less than $200.00 nor more than $400.00, as set by the Building Official | NLV MC 15.72.220.D.3.b — only applies if a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy is requested |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy premises inspection fee | $100 per hour | NLV MC 15.72.220.D.5 — in addition to the TCO application/renewal fee |
| Plan check fee | 65% of permit fee | NLV MC 15.72.230C — applies if the change of occupancy includes construction work requiring plan review |
| Re-inspection fee | $100 | NLV MC 15.72.230B.4 |
Sources & verification
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