Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit in Unincorporated Clark County, Nevada
Required for installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems on residential and commercial properties in unincorporated Clark County. Requires both a building permit (structural mounting) and an electrical permit (wiring). Video inspections are eligible for residential solar installations.
Verified 2026-06-30 · Source
When you need this permit
- Rooftop solar panel installation requires a building permit for structural work and an electrical permit for wiring
- Ground-mounted solar arrays require a building permit
- Battery storage systems associated with solar require electrical permit
- Plans must comply with 2024 IRC/IBC and 2023 NEC
- NV Energy interconnection approval required before energizing
Required documents
- Req
Building Permit Application
For structural mounting of solar panels on roof or ground mount
- Req
Electrical Permit Application
Separate electrical permit for wiring, inverter, and interconnection
- Req
Solar Site Plan / Roof Layout
Roof plan showing panel placement, setbacks, and access pathways
- Req
Electrical Single-Line Diagram
System wiring from panels to inverter to main panel with all components identified
- Req
Structural Analysis / Load Calculations
Engineer-stamped analysis confirming roof structure can support panel weight plus live loads
- Req
Equipment Specifications
Data sheets for panels, inverter, racking system — UL listing required
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (structural mounting) — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based (see Table 3-A) | Residential solar installations typically range $15,000–$40,000 in valuation. Example: $25,000 valuation = $248.82 building permit fee per Table 3-A. Electrical permit is separate. |
| Electrical Permit Fee (wiring) — valuation-based per Table 3-A | Varies — valuation-based (see Table 3-A) | Electrical portion valued separately; applied to Table 3-A. Combined permit + plan review estimate calculable via fee calculator. |
| Re-inspection Fee | $110.00 each | Table 3-I, Clark County Code §22.02.430 |
Review timeline
~10–21 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Unincorporated Clark County building department
Inspection process
- 1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before energizing
- 2
Final — Building / Structural
Panel mounting, racking attachment, and roof penetration sealing verified
- 3
Final — Electrical
Electrical connections, inverter installation, and interconnection point verified per 2023 NEC
Tips
- Residential solar installations are specifically listed as Video Inspection-eligible projects — you can use the Google Duo video inspection option.
- Saturday inspections are available for residential solar.
- Two separate permits are required: one for the structural mounting (building) and one for the electrical wiring.
- NV Energy interconnection approval is required before the system can be energized.
Frequently asked questions
- Does a residential solar installation require two permits in Clark County?
- Yes. You need a building permit for the structural mounting and a separate electrical permit for the wiring and interconnection. Both are required before work begins. Apply via the Citizen Access Portal at citizenaccess.clarkcountynv.gov.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-06-30.
- Clark County Building & Fire Prevention Department — official building department
- Clark County Schedule an Inspection (Video Inspection eligible types)
- Clark County Code §22.02.390 — Table 3-A Permit Fees (Municode)
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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