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Yerington building permits
VerifiedYerington, Nevada — as published 2026-07-04.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Codes adopted
Nevada is a home-rule state for building codes: there is no single mandatory statewide building-code edition — each city and county adopts and amends its own code. The only genuine statewide floor is the energy code, referenced through NRS 701.220, which directs the State Office of Energy to adopt and update energy-efficiency standards for new construction. Always confirm the specific adopted edition for the jurisdiction in question rather than assuming a uniform statewide code. Source: Nevada Legislature NRS Chapter 701 (State Office of Energy).International Building Code (IBC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington per Yerington City Code Title 1, Chapter 9. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025), cover sheet 'Building Codes Adopted by the City of Yerington.'International Residential Code (IRC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington per Yerington City Code Title 1, Chapter 9. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington (also satisfies the NRS 701.220 statewide energy floor). Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington; Nevada jurisdictions commonly use the Uniform Plumbing Code rather than the International Plumbing Code. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), 2018 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).National Electrical Code (NEC), 2017 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).International Fire Code (IFC), 2012 Edition — adopted by the City of Yerington; commercial projects are additionally subject to review by the Mason Valley Fire District (775-463-2261), which requires its own separate application, plan submittal, and fee. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).2018 Northern Nevada Amendments (Northern Nevada Chapter of the International Code Council / NNICC) — incorporated by reference into the codes adopted by the City of Yerington. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).The City of Yerington is a member of the International Code Council. Code adoption is referenced to Yerington City Code Title 1, Chapter 9. Source: City of Yerington Building Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025).
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new single-family dwelling within Yerington city limits, reviewed against the 2018 IRC and 2018 Northern Nevada Amendments as adopted by the City of Yerington. All work must be completed by a contractor holding both a Nevada State Contractors Board license and a City of Yerington business license, unless the owner completes the project themselves under the Owner Builder Affidavit of Exemption.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- All work must be completed by a licensed contractor holding a valid City of Yerington business license, unless the owner is performing the work themselves (requires the Owner Builder Affidavit of Exemption)
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC, 2018 IECC, and 2018 Northern Nevada Amendments as adopted by the City of Yerington (Yerington City Code Title 1, Chapter 9)
- Two sets of identical plans on 11x17-inch (tabloid) paper are required; homeowners performing their own work must draw and submit their own plans; the City cannot accept plans stamped only by an out-of-state licensed professional
- A plot plan showing lot lines, existing structures, and project features is required for zoning and setback review
- Tax Verification form must be signed by the Lyon County Clerk's Office (27 South Main Street) confirming property taxes are current before a permit can be issued
- Applicant must acknowledge compliance with Yerington City Code Title 12 (flood zones) on the permit application
- Fees are calculated from total project valuation (materials, labor, engineering, and other services, or the contractor's bid amount) using the City's Building Valuation Data Sheets; all fees must be paid before permit issuance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025)City of Yerington universal Commercial (IBC 2018) / Residential (IRC 2018) building permit application, covering contractor information, project valuation, and the 'For Office Use' fee/category checklist
- RequiredTax Verification FormProperty tax statement signed by the Lyon County Clerk's Office certifying taxes are current on the subject APN; required before any permit is issued
- OptionalOwner Builder Affidavit of ExemptionNevada State Contractors Board form required only if the property owner is self-performing work under the NRS 624.031(4) owner-builder exemption
- RequiredConstruction Plans (2 sets, 11x17 tabloid)Site plan, foundation, framing, floor plan, and elevations consistent with the adopted 2018 IRC/IBC and Northern Nevada Amendments; must bear a Nevada-licensed design professional's stamp where required
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Valuation-based; determined from the City of Yerington Building Valuation Data Sheets (most recent revision, maintained at the Building and Planning Department) using the 1997 Uniform Building Code Section 223 definition of 'Valuation' | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section — no flat published table; a specific dollar amount cannot be verified without the underlying Valuation Data Sheets, which are not posted online |
| Plan Check Fee | Valuation-based; see Building Permit Fee | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, decks, and fences within Yerington city limits, using the same universal Building Permit Application as new construction. The application form includes dedicated checkbox categories for Addition, Deck, Fence, TI (Tenant Improvement), and Repair.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- The universal Building Permit Application (PW106) is used, checking 'Addition,' 'Deck,' 'Fence,' 'TI,' or 'Repair' as applicable under the 'For Office Use' category block
- Tax Verification form (Lyon County Clerk signature) is required before permit issuance, same as new construction
- Plans must comply with the 2018 IRC/IEBC and 2018 Northern Nevada Amendments as adopted by the City of Yerington
- Owner-Builder Affidavit of Exemption may be used if the owner is self-performing the work on their own residence
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (PW106, Rev. 7, 06/2025)Check 'Addition,' 'Deck,' 'Fence,' 'Repair,' or 'TI' under the For Office Use category block
- RequiredTax Verification FormSigned by the Lyon County Clerk's Office confirming taxes are current
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Valuation-based; determined from the City of Yerington Building Valuation Data Sheets | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026) — no separate flat fee is published for additions/remodels/decks/fences; all are priced from the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee and Plan Check Fee as new construction |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Yerington, governed by the 2017 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by the City. Standalone electrical upgrades carry a dedicated inspection fee separate from the valuation-based building permit fee.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of wiring and electrical equipment, governed by the 2017 NEC as adopted by the City of Yerington
- Apply via the universal Building Permit Application (PW106), checking the 'Electric' box under the For Office Use category block
- Electrical Contractor section of the application (name, address, phone, NV Contractors License Number, Yerington Business License Number) must be completed; missing information will delay permit issuance
- An Electrical Upgrade inspection carries its own dedicated $85.00 inspection fee, separate from the building permit/plan check fee
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Electric)Universal City of Yerington permit application; check 'Electric' under the For Office Use category block and complete the Electrical Contractor section
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection Fee: Electrical Upgrade (City Code 9-1-2-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Re-inspection Fee (City Code 9-1-2-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Building Permit Fee (electrical work bundled into new construction/addition) | Valuation-based; determined from the City's Building Valuation Data Sheets | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026) — no separate stand-alone per-fixture/per-unit electrical fee table is published; Show full citationHideCity of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026) — no separate stand-alone per-fixture/per-unit electrical fee table is published; electrical work performed as part of new construction or an addition is priced through the single valuation-based Building Permit Fee |
Plumbing Permit (Water Lateral / Sewer Lateral / Septic)
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, water/sewer lateral connections, and septic systems in Yerington, governed by the 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) as adopted by the City. Standalone site-utility plumbing work (water lateral, sewer lateral, septic) has dedicated flat inspection fees.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing fixtures, water heaters, gas piping, or sewer/water service lines, governed by the 2018 UPC as adopted by the City of Yerington
- Apply via the universal Building Permit Application (PW106), checking 'Sewer,' 'Water,' 'Septic,' or 'Well' under the For Office Use category block as applicable
- Plumbing Contractor section of the application (name, address, phone, NV Contractors License Number, Yerington Business License Number) must be completed
- Sewer Lateral Service Permit and Water Lateral Service Permit are each their own dedicated $100.00 inspection fee; Septic Permit (new and replacement) is a dedicated $160.00 inspection fee
- Commercial/industrial sewer fees and connection fees are determined using the Council-approved Uniform Plumbing Code Table 7.3 to calculate Sewer Fixture Units (SFU)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Sewer/Water/Septic/Well)Universal City of Yerington permit application; check the applicable utility box(es) under the For Office Use category block
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sewer Lateral Service Permit | $100.00 per inspection | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Water Lateral Service Permit | $100.00 per inspection | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Septic Permit (New and Replacement) | $160.00 per inspection | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Inspection Fee: Gas Pressure (City Code 9-1-2-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Commercial/Industrial Non-Metered Sewer, first 25 Sewer Fixture Units (SFU) | $61.70 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Sewer section; each additional SFU is $2.10; SFU determined via Council-approved Uniform Plumbing Code Table 7.3 |
| Commercial/Industrial Sewer Connection Fee, first 25 SFU | $3,800.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Sewer section; each additional SFU is $195.00 |
| 4-inch or 6-inch Sewer Service Connection Fee (City Code 8-5-1 C) | $3,800.00 each | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Sewer section |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Including Wood Stoves)
VerifiedRequired for furnace, HVAC, wood-stove, and pellet-stove installations in Yerington, governed by the 2018 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) as adopted by the City. Residential HVAC and wood-stove installations carry a dedicated flat inspection fee.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical/HVAC permit required for installation or relocation of furnaces, boilers, air handlers, ventilation systems, and wood/pellet stoves, governed by the 2018 UMC as adopted by the City of Yerington
- Apply via the universal Building Permit Application (PW106), checking 'Gas' or 'Propane' under the For Office Use category block as applicable for fuel-fired equipment
- HVAC Contractor section of the application (name, address, phone, NV Contractors License Number, Yerington Business License Number) must be completed
- Residential HVAC Permit (including wood stoves) carries a dedicated flat $80.00 inspection fee
- Changing from one fuel source to another requires a dedicated $85.00 inspection fee (City Code 9-1-1-C2)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Gas/Propane/HVAC)Universal City of Yerington permit application; check 'Gas' or 'Propane' under the For Office Use category block and complete the HVAC Contractor section
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential HVAC Permit (Inc. Wood Stoves) | $80.00 per inspection | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Inspection Fee: Changing from One Fuel Source to Another (City Code 9-1-1-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Inspection Fee: Gas Pressure (City Code 9-1-2-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
| Re-inspection Fee (City Code 9-1-2-C2) | $85.00 | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for roof-covering replacement in Yerington, using the universal Building Permit Application's dedicated 'Re-Roof' checkbox category. Priced from the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee as other building work.
Verified 2026-07-03 · Source
Requirements
- A building permit is required for roof-covering replacement, using the 'Re-Roof' category on the universal Building Permit Application (PW106)
- Roofing materials and assemblies must comply with the adopted 2018 IRC/IBC and 2018 Northern Nevada Amendments
- Fees are calculated from project valuation (materials, labor, and other services or the contractor's bid amount) using the City's Building Valuation Data Sheets
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (Re-Roof)Universal City of Yerington permit application; check 'Re-Roof' under the For Office Use category block
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | Valuation-based; determined from the City of Yerington Building Valuation Data Sheets | City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026) — no separate flat re-roof fee is published; re-roofing is priced through the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee and Plan Check Fee as new construction |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.
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