City Building Permits

Fallon, NV Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Fallon, Nevada. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Nevada Churchill County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All properties within the incorporated city limits of Fallon, Nevada. Properties outside city limits require Churchill County permits.

Department: City of Fallon Building Department (Community Development)
Address: 55 W. Williams Avenue, Fallon, NV 89406
Phone: (775) 423-5107
Website: https://www.fallonnevada.gov/business/business-licenses-building-permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Fallon Business Licenses and Building Permits

Platform: PDF Forms (In-Person Submission) • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

City Clerk's Office (Business Licenses)

Application Process

Download permit application forms from the City website at https://www.fallonnevada.gov/business/business-licenses-building-permits/
Complete all required fields on the building permit application form.
Prepare and compile required plan sets.
Bring completed application and plans in person to the City Building Department at 55 W. Williams Avenue, Fallon, NV 89406.
City staff will review application and plans for code compliance.
Pay required permit fees (contact office for fee schedule at (775) 423-5107).
Receive permit upon approval and payment.
Call (775) 423-5107 to schedule required inspections.

Typical processing time: Contact City Building Department at (775) 423-5107 for current processing times.

Source: City of Fallon Building Department (Community Development)

General Requirements

Contact the City Building Department at (775) 423-5107 for specific permit requirements. Generally, permits are required for: New construction; Additions and alterations; Accessory structures; Remodeling projects; Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.

Required Documents

Completed City of Fallon Building Permit Application
Two (2) sets of plans including one (1) wet-stamped set
Minimum plan size: 11" x 17"
Maximum plan size: 24" x 36"
Only complete applications accepted
Site plans showing property boundaries and structure location

Permit validity: Contact City Building Department for current permit validity periods.
Building code: As of December 2025, City of Fallon adopted the 2024 editions of the following codes (via Ordinance 788/Bill 807): 2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Appendices C, E, H, and I; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Appendices AB, BF, CA, CB, CD, and CE; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Appendices A and B; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Appendices A, B, and C; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC); 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Appendices A, B, and D; 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Appendices A, B, and C; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments (NNA) published February 20, 2025. Notable amendments: IBC Section 113 deleted entirely; IBC Section 312.1 deleted "more than 7 feet (2134 mm) in height"; IBC Section 1612.3 inserted "Churchill County and Incorporated Areas" and "April 5, 2021" (flood date reference); IRC Section R112 deleted entirely; IEBC Section 112 deleted entirely; IFGC Section 112 deleted entirely; IMC Sections 112 and 113 deleted entirely; ISPSC Section 112 deleted entirely; IECC Section 109 deleted entirely; IBC Table 1608.2.1 Ground Snow Loads modified for City of Fallon.
Owner-builder: Homeowners may act as owner-builders for their own primary residence under Nevada NRS 624.031. Must complete Owner-Builder Affidavit of Exemption. Cannot sell or lease within 1 year of completion. Must directly supervise all work. All subcontractors must be NSCB-licensed. Must comply with all employer tax and insurance requirements.
Contractor requirements: All contractors must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB). NSCB Website: https://www.nvcontractorsboard.com/. Northern Nevada: (775) 688-1141. Southern Nevada: (702) 486-1100. Unlicensed contracting is a criminal offense in Nevada.

Fees

Payment note: Contact City Clerk's Office at (775) 423-5104 for accepted payment methods and current fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Fallon Building Department (Community Development) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

(775) 423-5107 (phone)

Scheduling deadline: Contact department for required advance notice

Typical inspection sequence: Standard sequence typically includes: Foundation inspection; Framing/rough-in inspection; Insulation inspection (if required); Final inspection. Contact City Building Department for specific inspection requirements for your project.

Additional Resources

Building code: As of December 2025, City of Fallon adopted the 2024 editions of the following codes (via Ordinance 788/Bill 807): 2024 International Building Code (IBC) with Appendices C, E, H, and I; 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Appendices AB, BF, CA, CB, CD, and CE; 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) with Appendices A and B; 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) with Appendices A, B, and C; 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC); 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) with Appendices A, B, and D; 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC) with Appendices A, B, and C; 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC); 2024 Northern Nevada Amendments (NNA) published February 20, 2025. Notable amendments: IBC Section 113 deleted entirely; IBC Section 312.1 deleted "more than 7 feet (2134 mm) in height"; IBC Section 1612.3 inserted "Churchill County and Incorporated Areas" and "April 5, 2021" (flood date reference); IRC Section R112 deleted entirely; IEBC Section 112 deleted entirely; IFGC Section 112 deleted entirely; IMC Sections 112 and 113 deleted entirely; ISPSC Section 112 deleted entirely; IECC Section 109 deleted entirely; IBC Table 1608.2.1 Ground Snow Loads modified for City of Fallon.
Verify contractor license: Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) License Lookup
Owner-builder rules: View rules
Nevada State Contractors Board
City of Fallon Business Licenses
City of Fallon Community Development
License lookup guide: Nevada Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Nevada Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Nevada hub: Nevada Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Fallon Building Department (Community Development) before applying.

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