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Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit in Reno, Nevada

Required for interior remodels, additions, and tenant improvements in commercial, multi-family, apartment, and condo buildings in Reno. Governed by the 2024 IBC with 2024 NNICC Amendments. Valuation-based permit requiring full plan set and plan review.

Verified 2026-06-30 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Remodel or addition to commercial space, apartments, or condos
  • Plans required with 10-day review target
  • Cover page must include all design criteria per Northern Nevada Amendments
  • Structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical plans as applicable
  • Fire protection design (fire alarm, sprinkler) reviewed by Reno Fire Department
  • Health department review if food service or healthcare occupancy
  • Apply via onenv.us

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Fee schedule

Application FeeCity of Reno FY26/27 Commercial Valuation Based Permit fee structure
$45.00
Building Plan Review Fee — valuation-basedCity of Reno FY27 Valuation Based Permits — Commercial Valuation Based Fees
Varies — valuation-based per Permit Fee Table (construction cost of work)
Engineering Plan Review / Inspection FeeCommercial valuation based permits include separate engineering review and inspection fees
$135.00 (per occurrence, hourly rate)
Planning Plan Review / Inspection Fee
$135.00 (per occurrence, hourly rate)
Building Inspections Fee (Permit Fee) — valuation-based
Varies — valuation-based per Permit Fee Table
Fire Inspection Fee (hourly)
$135.00 per hour
Permit Issuance Fee
$45.00
Sewer Fixture Count Fee
$137.00 (when applicable)

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Reno building department
~10–30 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Framing / Structural

    After framing complete before walls covered — structural connections and fire separation assemblies

  2. 2

    MEP Rough-In

    Mechanical, electrical, plumbing rough-in before walls closed

  3. 3

    Fire Inspection

    Fire alarm, sprinkler, and suppression system inspections by Reno Fire Department

  4. 4

    Final / Certificate of Occupancy

    All work complete, life safety systems functional, ready for new tenant occupancy

See the full Reno inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Commercial projects require separate Engineering and Planning review fees ($135.00 each) in addition to building permit fees — budget accordingly.
  • Baby/diaper changing tables are required in both male and female restrooms for tenant improvements that update restrooms per NNICC Section 1210.4.
  • Fire fees are in addition to building permit fees — contact Reno Fire Prevention at fire@reno.gov for commercial fire permit requirements.
  • Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) fees may apply for food service, daycare, or health occupancies — check nnph.org/resources/fees.

Frequently asked questions

Reno requires a commercial tenant improvement permit for: Remodel or addition to commercial space, apartments, or condos; Plans required with 10-day review target; Cover page must include all design criteria per Northern Nevada Amendments; Structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical plans as applicable; Fire protection design (fire alarm, sprinkler) reviewed by Reno Fire Department; Health department review if food service or healthcare occupancy; Apply via onenv.us. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at (775) 334-2063 before starting work.

In Reno, the published Application Fee is: $45.00. Additional published fees: Building Plan Review Fee — valuation-based — Varies — valuation-based per Permit Fee Table (construction cost of work); Engineering Plan Review / Inspection Fee — $135.00 (per occurrence, hourly rate); Planning Plan Review / Inspection Fee — $135.00 (per occurrence, hourly rate); Building Inspections Fee (Permit Fee) — valuation-based — Varies — valuation-based per Permit Fee Table; Fire Inspection Fee (hourly) — $135.00 per hour; Permit Issuance Fee — $45.00; Sewer Fixture Count Fee — $137.00 (when applicable). These are the jurisdiction's own published figures — see the fee schedule table and source citations on this page.

Plan review for a commercial tenant improvement permit in Reno typically runs 10–30 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at (775) 334-2063.

You'll need: Commercial Building Permit Application (via onenv.us); Commercial Building Permit Guidelines (Jul 1, 2025); Full Construction Drawing Set. Depending on your project, Reno may also ask for: Structural Calculations (if structural work). See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Reno requires 4 inspection(s) for a commercial tenant improvement permit, in order: Framing / Structural, MEP Rough-In, Fire Inspection, Final / Certificate of Occupancy. Schedule each through City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division ((775) 334-2063).

Apply through City of Reno Development Services — Building and Safety Division at 1 E. 1st Street, Reno, NV 89505. Phone: (775) 334-2063, email: permits@reno.gov. Office hours: Mon–Fri (contact department for current hours). Official information: https://www.reno.gov/business-development/development-services/building-permits.php.

Reno, Nevada has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (NNICC); effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; effective July 1, 2025; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (commercial/multi-family); 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (residential single-family); 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments (NOTE: Reno uses UPC, not IPC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — with 2024 Northern Nevada ICC Amendments; effective July 1, 2025; Nevada Blue Book (2020) — statewide construction industry reference, incorporates NRS/NAC provisions. Local amendments apply — see the Reno overview page for the full list.

A commercial remodel/addition valuation-based building permit is required. Depending on scope, additional permits may include mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and fire permits. Apply at onenv.us.

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

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