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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Mineral County
A building permit is required for all construction work in unincorporated Mineral County.
Minor repairs and painting
Cosmetic work
- Exempt Minor repairs and painting
- Exempt Cosmetic work
Note: Exempt work not comprehensively codified in available documents. Contact Building Department to confirm if specific work requires a permit.
Required documents
- Completed building permit application
- Plot plan showing dimensions, building locations, distances from roads/alleys, distances between structures, septic/well locations, easements, and assessor's parcel number
- Two complete sets of building plans showing floor plans, dimensions, wall/roof construction, windows, doors, heating, plumbing, electrical
- Plans must be drawn in sufficient detail for plan check
- Owner/Builder Affidavit if not using a licensed contractor
- Elevation Certificate if building site is in a Flood Zone other than X
- Building code
- Mineral County has not formally adopted specific editions of the International Building Code (IBC) or International Residential Code (IRC). County ordinances reference 'adopted fire and building codes for Mineral County and the state of Nevada.' For commercial/industrial projects, current IBC and IFC are required.
- Permit validity
- Not specified; contact Building Department for details.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-Builder construction is permitted with completion of Owner/Builder Affidavit. Book-bought or prefabricated plans are NOT accepted per NRS 623/625.
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB). Verify contractor licensing through the Building Department.
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Varies; contact Building Department for estimate. No online tracking system available.
- 01 Obtain building permit application at 314 5th Street, Hawthorne, NV 89415.
- 02 Complete the upper portion of the application form.
- 03 Prepare required documents: plot plan, two complete sets of building plans, and Owner/Builder Affidavit if applicable.
- 04 Submit completed application and all required documents to Mineral County Building Department.
- 05 Building Department completes plan review and signs off the lower portion of form.
- 06 Pay permit fees based on valuation of construction.
- 07 Receive authorization to construct from Building Department.
Typical processing time: Varies; contact Building Department for estimate. No online tracking system available.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Mineral County building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Based on valuation of construction; specific fee schedule not published online.
Contact Building Department at (775) 945-3671 for current fee schedule.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (775) 945-3671 (phone)
- Building Department at 105 South A Street (in-person)
- Scheduling deadline
- Contact Building Department for inspection scheduling procedures.
- Inspection hours
- Monday - Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (closed Friday)
Typical sequence: Typical sequence: Foundation Inspection (when footings are formed and ready to pour), Structural Inspection (after roof in place; all framing, fireblocking, bracing in place; rough MEP installed), Final Inspection (after building is completed and ready for occupancy).
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated Mineral County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
A building permit is required for all construction work in unincorporated Mineral County.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Mineral County, NV are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Based on valuation of construction; specific fee schedule not published online..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Mineral County, NV, follow these steps: 1. Obtain building permit application at 314 5th Street, Hawthorne, NV 89415. 2. Complete the upper portion of the application form. 3. Prepare required documents: plot plan, two complete sets of building plans, and Owner/Builder Affidavit if applicable. 4. Submit completed application and all required documents to Mineral County Building Department. 5. Building Department completes plan review and signs off the lower portion of form. 6. Pay permit fees based on valuation of construction. 7. Receive authorization to construct from Building Department.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
Building permit processing times in unincorporated Mineral County, NV typically run Varies; contact Building Department for estimate. No online tracking system available.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Mineral County, NV. The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs and painting; Cosmetic work. Note: Exempt work not comprehensively codified in available documents. Contact Building Department to confirm if specific work requires a permit. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Mineral County, NV? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Mineral County, NV via: (775) 945-3671, Building Department at 105 South A Street. Contact Building Department for inspection scheduling procedures..
last verified April 2026
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Mineral County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.