How long does commercial plan review take in Clark County?

Clark County's goal for commercial projects (valuation ≥$250,000): 21 business days for first review. Commercial Minor (<$250,000): 14 business days. Commercial 7-Day (Zoning approved, <$100,000): 7 business days. Revisions and corrections: 10 business days. Contact (702) 455-8011 (Plans Exam) for current backlog.

Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit in Unincorporated Clark County, Nevada

Required for tenant improvements, interior alterations, and changes of occupancy in commercial buildings in unincorporated Clark County (including Strip corridor / Paradise). Commercial projects with valuation ≥$250,000 have a 21-day first-review goal; Commercial Minor (<$250,000) has a 14-day goal; Commercial 7-Day (Zoning approved, <$100,000) has a 7-day goal.

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

When you need this permit

Interior alterations to existing commercial spaces
Change of occupancy or use in existing commercial buildings
Plans must comply with 2024 IBC (commercial)
Zoning approval may be required before plan submittal
Nevada State contractor license required
Annual Facility Permit available for qualifying repeat-work commercial operators

Required documents

Req
Building Permit Application
Available via Citizen Access Portal or Application Forms page
Req
Construction Drawings
Architectural and engineering plans showing existing and proposed conditions, occupancy type, egress, fire protection, and all building systems
Opt
Zoning Approval
Required before plan submittal for Commercial 7-Day queue eligibility; contact Comprehensive Planning at (702) 455-4314

Fee schedule

Fee type	Amount	Notes
Building Permit Fee — valuation-based per Table 3-A	Varies — valuation-based (see Table 3-A)	Table 3-A, Clark County Code §22.02.390. Example: $500,000 commercial TI = $1,710.65 building permit fee. Total estimated permit + plan review (all trades) at $500k valuation = $4,052.12 per fee calculator.
Building Plan Review Fee	Varies — valuation-based	Example: $500,000 valuation = $1,111.92 plan review fee.
Zoning Plan Review Fee	Varies — valuation-based	Example: $500,000 valuation = $171.07.
Trade Permit Fees (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) — included in combination permit estimate	Varies — valuation-based per Table 3-A	Example: $500,000 valuation — electrical $307.92 + plan review $76.98; plumbing $282.26 + $70.57; mechanical $256.60 + $64.15.
Re-inspection Fee	$110.00 each	Table 3-I, Clark County Code §22.02.430

Review timeline

7–21 business days

Unincorporated Clark County’s published plan-review target

Inspection process

1
Framing / Structural
Before concealment of structural elements
2
MEP Rough-In
Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical rough-ins before walls are closed
3
Above-Ceiling
All above-ceiling work inspected before tile/ceiling is installed
4
Final / Certificate of Occupancy
All work complete, fire alarm, sprinkler, and exit sign testing completed — Certificate of Occupancy or TCO issued

Tips

This jurisdiction covers the Las Vegas Strip corridor (Paradise/Clark County) — the highest-volume commercial building permit jurisdiction in Nevada.
Commercial 7-Day queue (valuation <$100,000, Zoning pre-approved) is the fastest path — 7-day first-review goal.
Annual Facility Permits are available for qualifying commercial operators who perform repeated similar work.
Peer Review (third-party plan review) and Express Review options are available — see Clark County Plan Review page.
Certificate of Occupancy (CO) or Temporary CO (TCO) is required before any new tenant can occupy a commercial space.

Frequently asked questions

How long does commercial plan review take in Clark County?: Clark County's goal for commercial projects (valuation ≥$250,000): 21 business days for first review. Commercial Minor (<$250,000): 14 business days. Commercial 7-Day (Zoning approved, <$100,000): 7 business days. Revisions and corrections: 10 business days. Contact (702) 455-8011 (Plans Exam) for current backlog.

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 Unincorporated Clark County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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