Plumbing Permit in North Las Vegas, Nevada
Required 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 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- 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
- Req
Plumbing Permit Application
Official 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 | — |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the North Las Vegas building department
Inspection process
- 1
Underground / Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls or slab closed — pressure test and slope verification
- 2
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified per 2024 UPC
Tips
- North Las Vegas uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), not the International Plumbing Code (IPC). Rules differ from IPC cities.
- For a simple water heater replacement: $3 fixture + $75 admin + $100 license inspection fee = $178 minimum for a standalone permit.
- Gas piping work (gas appliance connections, fuel piping) is covered under the Plumbing Permit (Table 3-D) in NLV — not a separate Mechanical Permit.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit to replace a water heater in North Las Vegas?
- Yes. A Plumbing Permit is required for water heater replacement. The fixture fee is $3 per NLV Table 3-D, plus a $75 administrative fee and $100 license inspection fee for a standalone permit. Apply at the Permit Application Center, 2250 Las Vegas Blvd. North.
- Does North Las Vegas use the IPC or UPC for plumbing?
- North Las Vegas uses the 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC, IAPMO version) with Southern Nevada amendments — effective January 5, 2026. It does NOT use the International Plumbing Code (IPC).
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 | City of North Las Vegas
- NLV Municipal Code Chapter 15.72 — Table 3-D Plumbing Permit Fees (15.72.260)
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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