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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for White Pine County
A building permit is required for all construction, alterations, new structures, and work on septic systems within unincorporated White Pine County. Contact the Building Department at (775) 289-6500 to determine permit requirements for your specific project.
Note: Specific exempt work categories not clearly documented online. Contact the Building Department directly at (775) 289-6500 to determine if a permit is required for your specific project.
- Completed Building Permit Application
- Official address for job site
- Elevation Certificate (if building site is in Flood Zone other than X)
- Owner/Builder Affidavit (if not a licensed contractor building own residence)
- Plot Plan showing: dimensions, sizes and locations of buildings, distances from roads, distances from ditches/irrigation/drainage/canals, distances between structures, locations for septic and well, easements, utility poles, and other pertinent information
- Two complete sets of building plans showing all floor plans, elevations, wall and roof construction, dimensions, window sizes, doors, heating, plumbing, electrical
- Building code
- White Pine County adopts building codes locally. Contact Building Department at (775) 289-6500 for current adopted code editions and amendments.
- Permit validity
- Contact Building Department for permit validity periods and expiration terms
- Owner-builder
- Property owners may be eligible for Owner Builder Exemption if building their own residence. Must complete Owner/Builder Affidavit. Contact Nevada State Contractors Board for exemption requirements.
- Contractor requirements
- All contractors must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB). Unlicensed contracting is prohibited in Nevada. Contact NSCB at (775) 688-1141 or www.nscb.state.nv.us for license verification.
Application process
Typical processing: Contact Building Department at (775) 289-6500 for current processing times; varies based on plan complexity and staff availability in rural area
- 01 Obtain Building Permit Application form from White Pine County Building Department office at 480 Campton Street, Suite 1, Ely, NV 89301
- 02 Complete the top half of the Building Permit Application form
- 03 Obtain an official address for the job site from White Pine County Planning if needed
- 04 Prepare required documentation including completed application, plot plan, elevation certificate (if applicable), and building plans
- 05 Submit all required materials and application form to the Building Department office in person or by mail
- 06 Pay permit fees based on valuation of construction
- 07 Plans must be approved by the Building Department prior to permit issuance
- 08 Note: Any work done prior to issuance of permit will be subject to double permit fees
Typical processing time: Contact Building Department at (775) 289-6500 for current processing times; varies based on plan complexity and staff availability in rural area
Fee schedule
White Pine County building permit fees
Contact White Pine County Building Department at (775) 289-6500 for current fee schedule, fee amounts, and accepted payment methods
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (775) 289-6500 (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- Call to schedule inspection at least 24 hours prior to desired inspection time
- Inspection hours
- Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Typical sequence: Required inspections typically include: Footing and Foundation, Under-floor Utilities, Framing/Rough Plumbing/Rough Electrical/Rough Mechanical (can be scheduled together), Insulation, Drywall Nailing, Final. Provide name, address of property, type of inspection required, and permit number when scheduling.
Frequently asked
Common questions about unincorporated White Pine County permits
01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated White Pine County, NV? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated White Pine County, NV? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated White Pine County, NV? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated White Pine County, NV? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated White Pine County, NV? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with White Pine County Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.