Yerington building inspections

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Inspection sequence, scheduling, and re-inspection fees for building permits in Yerington, Nevada.

Verified 2026-07-03 · Source

How to schedule

Inspections are requested through the building department below.

Address: 14 E. Goldfield Avenue, Yerington, NV 89447
Phone: (775) 463-3511
Email: pauls@yerington.net
Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Primary contact: Paul Shapiro, (775) 364-8895 or (775) 463-3511, pauls@yerington.net. Secondary contact: Steve Douglas, Building Inspector, (775) 634-7422, steved@yerington.net. Building Department fax: (775) 463-2284. A 24-hour advance notice is required to schedule inspections. Projects outside city limits fall under Lyon County Building Department, (775) 463-6591.
Website: Official site

Published scheduling rules

The application states the plan review process 'can take up to ten days for [residential] projects,' versus up to ninety days in some cases for commercial projects — call the Building Department 24 hours ahead to schedule any inspection. (Residential Building Permit (New Construction))
A 24-hour advance notice is required to schedule inspections, per the Building Department's general inspection policy (Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit)
A 24-hour advance notice is required to schedule inspections, per the Building Department's general inspection policy (EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit)

Inspection sequence

Applies to: Electrical Permit

1
Rough-In
Wiring, box placement, and service connections verified before walls are closed
2
Electrical Upgrade Inspection
Dedicated $85.00 inspection for electrical service/panel upgrades, per City Code 9-1-2-C2
3
Final
Devices installed and panel verified per the adopted 2017 NEC

Applies to: Plumbing Permit (Water Lateral / Sewer Lateral / Septic)

1
Underground/Slab
Before concrete pour or backfill — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts
2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
3
Final
All fixtures connected and verified per the adopted 2018 UPC

Applies to: Residential Addition / Remodel Permit

1
Footing/Foundation
Required before concrete pour for additions or deck footings
2
Framing
Structural framing and connections to the existing structure
3
Final
Signed off by a City Building Official before the project is considered complete

Applies to: Residential Building Permit (New Construction)

1
Footing/Foundation
Before concrete pour
2
Framing
Structural framing complete before insulation or wall cover
3
Final
Project is not complete until the Permit Final is signed by a City Building Official; the Building Department retains the original permit on file and issues a Certificate of Occupancy as required

Applies to: Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Permit (Mason Valley Fire District Review)

1
Fire District Plan Review
Plan review and sign-off by the Mason Valley Fire District, required before the City will issue the underlying building permit for commercial work
2
Fire Final / Sprinkler-Alarm Acceptance Test
Final acceptance inspection of the installed fire sprinkler or alarm system, conducted by or on behalf of the Mason Valley Fire District per the adopted 2012 International Fire Code

Applies to: Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Including Wood Stoves)

1
Rough-In
Ductwork and mechanical equipment rough-in before walls are closed; gas piping pressure test before concealment
2
Final
Equipment operational and verified per the adopted 2018 UMC

Applies to: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit

1
Rough Electrical
Conduit runs, wire sizing, and disconnect placement before cover, per the 2017 NEC as adopted; 24-hour advance notice required to schedule
2
Final
Racking, roof/ground-mount attachment, and electrical connections verified

Final inspection only: Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Occupancy / Change of Use), EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit, Re-Roofing Permit, Sign Permit

Re-inspection fees

Electrical PermitRe-inspection Fee (City Code 9-1-2-C2) · City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section

$85.00

Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Including Wood Stoves)Re-inspection Fee (City Code 9-1-2-C2) · City of Yerington Fee Schedule (Revision #33, revised 05/26/2026), Building Department section

$85.00

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-03.

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

Yerington building permits

Yerington building permits Electrical Permit Plumbing Permit (Water Lateral / Sewer Lateral / Septic)Residential Addition / Remodel Permit Residential Building Permit (New Construction)Fire Sprinkler / Fire Alarm Permit (Mason Valley Fire District Review)Mechanical / HVAC Permit (Including Wood Stoves)Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit Certificate of Occupancy (Change of Occupancy / Change of Use)EV Charger / Electric Vehicle Charging Station Permit Re-Roofing Permit Sign Permit

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