City Building Permits

Las Vegas, NV Building Permit Guide

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

Nevada Clark County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All property within the incorporated city limits of Las Vegas, including downtown, most areas north of Sahara Avenue, and various annexed areas. Verify jurisdiction using the Jurisdiction Locator.

Department
City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Department
Address
495 S Main Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Phone
(702) 229-6251
Website
https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Business/Planning-Zoning/Building-Safety

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Las Vegas Online Building Permits

Platform: City of Las Vegas Online Building Permits • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Application Process

  1. Determine permit requirements and check if project requires permit using the Permit Fee Estimator.
  2. Prepare necessary documentation: completed permit application, site plan, architectural and construction drawings, energy code compliance documents, structural engineering calculations or SNBO standard details, and geotechnical or soils report if required.
  3. Submit application online by uploading application and plans through the Online Building Permits portal.
  4. Plan review and approval: multiple city departments review plans for code compliance. Monitor progress via Permit & Application Status page.
  5. Permit issuance: pay outstanding fees after approval. Permit issued upon payment.
  6. Schedule inspections at key milestones through the online portal.

Typical processing time: Simple permits (water heater, HVAC swap): 1-2 days. Larger projects requiring plan review: 10-15 business days

Source: City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions and remodels, structural alterations, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work, sign installation, and most construction and alteration work

Required Documents

  • Completed permit application
  • Site plan
  • Architectural and construction drawings
  • Energy code compliance documents
  • Structural calculations or SNBO standard details
  • Geotechnical report when required
  • Contractor license information
Permit validity
Permits valid for 180 days from date of issuance. Work must begin within 180 days or permit expires. Extensions available by contacting Building Department.
Building code
2024 International Building Code (IBC) with amendments (effective January 5, 2026), 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2018/2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with Southern Nevada Amendments, 2018 Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), 2018 Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC), 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), 2024 International Fire Code (IFC)
Owner-builder
Property owners may obtain permits for work on their own property. Must sign owner-builder affidavit. Limited to single-family residences owned and occupied by applicant.
Contractor requirements
Nevada State Contractors Board license required for all commercial work. License verification at https://www.nscb.nv.gov/

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$55
Plan check fee
65% of permit fee for new construction
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based with separate plan check and permit/inspection fees. Sample residential: Single-Family Custom 2,000 sq ft - Plan Check $1,181 + Permit $3,044. Single-Family Addition 1,000 sq ft - Plan Check $489 + Permit $1,319. Apartment Low/Midrise 10,000 sq ft - Plan Check $2,344 + Permit $5,677.
Reinspection fee
Additional plan review (revisions): $80 per hour
Payment note
Online payment available; credit cards accepted

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday - Friday
Time windows
Monday - Friday

Typical inspection sequence: Typical inspection sequence: Foundation, framing, MEP rough-ins, insulation, drywall, final

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Department before applying.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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