Frequently Asked Questions

Under the Temporary Use section of Nye County Code HERE you will find all the short-term, seasonal or limited period of times on a particular lot or parcel. 

Recreational Vehicle, Temporary Seasonal Use: A recreational vehicle within all residential zoning districts shall be allowed as a temporary, seasonal use for a maximum of one hundred twenty (120) calendar days per calendar year without a temporary use permit. Occupancies exceeding seven (7) consecutive days shall require connection to an approved permanent wastewater disposal system (i.e., individual septic system or public sewer system) and an approved permanent water supply (i.e., private domestic well or public water system).

Yes, please reference Nye County Code 17.04.740 Landscaping,  Title 17.04.720 General Development Standards and Appendix G of the Ground Water Management Plan for the list of Approved plants (APPENDIX G).

To obtain a Flood Elevation Certificate application and obtain a Floodproofing Certificate for Non-Residential buildings select the links or visit the FEMA website. Elevation data reported on a FEMA Elevation Certificate must be certified by a licensed surveyor, Engineer or Architect. This document is reference in the NFIP Flood Insurance Manual (Special Certifications Section.) 

You must also apply for an Elevation Certificate review with Nye County Planning  HERE. A wet stamp hard copy must be dropped off at the Nye County Planning Department and a $75.00 fee paid prior to the commencement of the Flood Plain Administrator review. 

Property development in the Pahrump Regional Planning District is governed by Title 17 of the Nye County Code. This code governs all property development and land uses. You can also speak with a Planner to ask specific questions to ensure that your project will comply with the Development Code. You can find the code by following this LINK. 

Demonstrating compliance with the Development Code is a required step for all building permits. This ensures that any use you make of your property will not have a negative impact on neighboring properties or property values. Even when a building permit is not required, all structures must meet Title 17 of the Nye County Code requirements. You must obtain an approved Zoning Review Application  HERE prior to the start of ANY construction

The Code Compliance Office, is responsible for code enforcement. They can be reached at (775) 751-4249. You can also fill out the online complaint form HERE. 

Specific property zoning can be determined by visiting the Planning Department or visiting the Nye County Assessor data search (This only applies to the Pahrump Regional Planning District). 

The field showing ZONING is what your property is zoned. For example NC for Neighborhood Commercial. Do not pay attention to the Land Use code the Assessor's Office shows. That is for tax purposes. 

Property zoning determines what a property can be used for and the applicable development standards such as setbacks, height restrictions, etc. Planning staff can discuss the zoning rules and specific requirements for developing a parcel. Zoning information is also available online with the Nye County GIS interactive Map.

Generally, any new construction of a structure over 200 square feet or anything in a commercial zone will require a building permit. If your structure is UNDER 200 Sq Ft you are required to obtain a Zoning Review application, regardless if building permits are required. 

Appropriate building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, pool, and/or other permits are required for all new construction, alteration, repair, moving, improving, removing, conversion, or demolition of buildings, structures, signs, amusement, and transportation systems, or building service equipment as outlined in the Nye County Code. (This only applies to the Pahrump Regional Planning District)

Building permits are obtained from Pahrump Building and Safety; located at 2041 E. Calvada Blvd. N. Phone (775) 751-6280. Online applications can be submitted using this link. (This only applies to the Pahrump Regional Planning District)

You can find this information by contacting the utility company who has jurisdiction in the area for which the property is located. All of the Public Utility Companies servicing Nye County can be found here.

You may obtain flood zone information from Nye County by stopping by the Pahrump Planning Department, 2041 E. Calvada Blvd N, Suite 1, or by calling the Floodplain Administrator at (775) 751-4242. 

You may also view the flood map on the Nye County website at this LINK or by visiting the Nye County GIS Interactive Map HERE by entering your address or APN and selecting the Flood layer. 

The telephone number for all Planning staff is (775) 751-4249. If the staff member you are directed to isn't available please leave a detailed message and your phone number so they can return your call. 

On the Thursday before your PRPC meeting, this information is available on the internet by going to the Nye County Meeting Center. Or you can find your staff report in your online portal by selecting attachments. 

Specific zoning for your property can be obtained from the Planning Department by submitting an application for a Zoning Verification Request. Up to five parcels can be requested on each form. Applications can be submitted HERE.

State of Nevada Division of Manufactured Housing.

Yes, any applicable copy fees will be charged for all maps. Maps can be ordered using the Applications Portal.