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Mechanical / HVAC Permit in North Las Vegas, Nevada

Required 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

When you need this permit

  • 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 Contractor

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Fee schedule

Administrative feeNLV MC 15.72.250 — Table 3-C
$75 per permit
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 methodContractor chooses percentage method or itemized Table 3-C; NLV MC 15.72.250
16% of building permit fee
Re-inspection fee
$100

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the North Las Vegas building department
~1–10 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Rough-In / Ductwork

    After ductwork installed, before walls covered — verify clearances, support, and connections

  2. 2

    Final

    Equipment operational, combustion air verified, venting correct, thermostat functional

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

Tips

  • North Las Vegas uses the 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), not the International Mechanical Code (IMC).
  • Gas piping connections for mechanical equipment are covered under the Plumbing Permit (Table 3-D) in NLV, not the Mechanical Permit.
  • Like-for-like furnace and A/C replacements require a permit in NLV.
  • Evaporative coolers ('swamp coolers') are common in the Las Vegas desert climate and require a Mechanical Permit ($6.50 fixture fee + $75 admin).

Frequently asked questions

Yes. A/C unit replacements require a Mechanical Permit in NLV. The fee for repair, alteration, or replacement of a cooling unit is $9.00 per Table 3-C, plus a $75 administrative fee. Apply at the Permit Application Center.

In North Las Vegas, the published Administrative fee is: $75 per permit. Additional published fees: 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; Re-inspection fee — $100. These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a mechanical / hvac permit in North Las Vegas typically runs 1–10 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of North Las Vegas Building Safety Division at (702) 633-1536.

You'll need: Mechanical Permit Application. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

North Las Vegas requires 2 inspection(s) for a mechanical / hvac permit, in order: Rough-In / Ductwork, Final. Schedule each through City of North Las Vegas Building Safety Division ((702) 633-1536).

Apply through City of North Las Vegas Building Safety Division at 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Suite 125, North Las Vegas, NV 89030. Phone: (702) 633-1536, email: BuildingPermits@cityofnorthlasvegas.com. Office hours: Mon–Thu 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM (closed Fri). Official information: https://www.cityofnorthlasvegas.com/business/development-services/building-safety.

North Las Vegas, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Southern Nevada amendments as amended by North Las Vegas — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 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, 2026; 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) with applicable standards — effective January 5, 2026; 2024 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, 2026; City 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). Local amendments apply — see the North Las Vegas overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-17.

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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