Block Wall / Screen Wall / Retaining Wall Permit in North Las Vegas, Nevada
Required 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 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- 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
- Req
Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application
Dedicated NLV application for block/screen/retaining walls; available at Permit Application Center
- Opt
Block and Retaining Walls Permit Guide
NLV guide for block wall construction; available from Permit Application Center
- Req
Plot Plan
Site plan showing wall location, setbacks, and dimensions
- Opt
Structural Calculations
Engineer-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 | — |
Review timeline
~3–14 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the North Las Vegas building department
Inspection process
- 1
Footing
Before concrete pour — footing depth, width, and rebar placement
- 2
Masonry / Grout
During construction — cell fill, grout placement, and rebar continuity
- 3
Final
Completed wall — verify height, alignment, drainage provisions
Tips
- NLV has a dedicated 'Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application' form — use this rather than the standard Building Permit Application for wall projects.
- The 'Block and Retaining Walls' permit guide is available from the Permit Application Center and provides detailed requirements.
- Masonry fence/wall valuation: $16.00/linear ft × 0.89 Nevada modifier per Table 3-F; chain link fence: $13/linear ft; ornamental iron: $4/linear ft.
- Wind speed of 115 mph (Exposure B or C) must be accounted for in wall structural design.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to build a block wall in North Las Vegas?
- Yes. Block walls, screen walls, and retaining walls require a Building Permit in NLV. Use the 'Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application' available at the Permit Application Center. Valuation is $16/linear ft for masonry walls (× 0.89 Nevada modifier) per Table 3-F of the NLV Municipal Code.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- City of North Las Vegas Building Safety Division — official building department
- Permit Application Center — Retaining, Block, Screen Walls Application | City of North Las Vegas
- NLV Municipal Code Chapter 15.72 — Table 3-F (15.72.280)
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 North Las Vegas building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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