Zoning Guide

Las Vegas Zoning & Land Use Guide

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Key Zoning Facts

Local Zoning / Building Office
City of Las Vegas Planning Department(702) 229-6301
Building Code Edition
2018 International Building Code (locally adopted)
ADU / Accessory Apartment
Yes
Example District
R-1 — Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Las Vegas

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

R-1Single-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
15 ft
R-4High Density Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
55 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
10 ft
Rear Setback
20 ft
C-1Limited Commercial
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
45 ft
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft

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 Las Vegas permit information →

Official Sources

City-specific

City of Las Vegas Planning Departmentlasvegasnevada.govOfficial sourceLas Vegas Municipal Codelibrary.municode.comOfficial source

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I build an ADU in Las Vegas?
Yes. The City of Las Vegas allows accessory dwelling units (sometimes called casitas) in certain residential zones. Nevada has no statewide ADU law, so local regulations on size, parking, and occupancy apply.
What zones allow multi-family housing in Las Vegas?
Multi-family housing is allowed in R-3, R-4, R-5, and several commercial and mixed-use zones in Las Vegas.