Zoning Guide

Henderson Zoning & Land Use Guide

Sources checked· 2026-05-24
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Key Zoning Facts

Local Zoning / Building Office
City of Henderson Community Development(702) 267-1500
Building Code Edition
2018 International Building Code (locally adopted)
ADU / Accessory Apartment
Yes
Example District
RS-2 — Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Henderson

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — Nevada

  • Building Code: No mandatory statewide residential code; local adoption
View Nevada zoning overview

County — Clark County

  • Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning

City / Municipal

The municipality's zoning ordinance, building-code enforcement, and local permits form the primary local layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • Private covenants, deed restrictions, condominium rules, or association rules can impose requirements beyond zoning.
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.

Primary Zoning Districts

RS-2Single-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
15 ft
RM-16Multi-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
45 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
10 ft
Rear Setback
20 ft
CCCommunity Commercial
Min Lot
10,000 sq ft
Max Height
50 ft
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft

ADU Rules in Henderson

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
1,000 sq ft
Max Height
20 ft
Rear Setback
5 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Parking
1 off-street space required
Owner Occupancy
Owner must occupy primary dwelling
Permit Timeline
4-8 weeks
Full ADU rules for Henderson →

Permit Costs & Timelines

Check Current Permit Fees & Timelines

Permit fees and review times can vary by project type, scope, valuation, and required approvals. Check the current schedule with the local permitting authority before filing.

Check current Henderson permit information →

Official Sources

City-specific

City of Henderson Community Developmentcityofhenderson.comOfficial sourceHenderson Municipal Codelibrary.municode.comOfficial source

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Henderson?
Henderson allows accessory dwelling units in certain residential zones. Nevada has no statewide ADU law, so local regulations on size, parking, and occupancy apply. Contact Community Development for eligibility.
How do I find the zoning for my property in Henderson?
Use the City of Henderson online zoning map or contact Community Development at (702) 267-1500.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Henderson?
Multi-family housing is allowed in RM-16, RM-24, and several commercial and mixed-use zones.