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City of Henderson Permits & Licensing

Population: ~330,000

Nevada's second-largest city, located in the Las Vegas Valley. Known for master-planned communities and strong economic growth.

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What You Need

The City of Henderson administers 7 permit and license types. Below is everything you need to know about each one — requirements, fees, timelines, and where to apply.

Business LicenseBuilding PermitSpecial Use PermitHome Occupation PermitLiquor LicenseSign PermitGrading Permit

Business License

HMC 4.04
Medium~14 days$50–$400

Required for all businesses operating within Henderson city limits.

Required Information

  • Business Name
  • Business Type
  • Owner Name
  • Business Address
  • Federal Ein
  • State License Number
  • Contact Info

Required Documents

  • 📎State Business License
  • 📎Articles Of Organization
  • 📎Government Id

Building Permit

HMC Title 15
High~30 daysBased on valuation

Required for construction, alteration, or demolition within Henderson.

Required Information

  • Property Address
  • Apn
  • Project Description
  • Contractor Name
  • Contractor License
  • Estimated Value

Required Documents

  • 📎Construction Plans
  • 📎Structural Calculations
  • 📎Energy Compliance

Special Use Permit

HMC Title 19
High~90 days$1,500+

For uses not permitted by right in a zoning district.

Required Information

  • Property Address
  • Apn
  • Current Zoning
  • Proposed Use
  • Applicant Name
  • Justification

Required Documents

  • 📎Site Plan
  • 📎Justification Letter
  • 📎Traffic Study

Home Occupation Permit

HMC 19.7.5
Low~14 days$50

Allows limited commercial activity from residential property.

Required Information

  • Home Address
  • Business Type
  • Owner Name
  • Employees Count

Required Documents

  • 📎Floor Plan
  • 📎Business Description

Liquor License

HMC 4.16
High~60 days$500–$3,000

City liquor license required in addition to state license.

Required Information

  • Business Name
  • Business Address
  • License Type
  • Owner Name
  • Hours Of Operation

Required Documents

  • 📎State Liquor License
  • 📎Floor Plan
  • 📎Background Check

Sign Permit

HMC Title 19
Low~14 days$100–$300

Required for commercial signage installation or modification.

Required Information

  • Business Address
  • Sign Type
  • Dimensions
  • Illumination

Required Documents

  • 📎Sign Rendering
  • 📎Site Photo

Grading Permit

HMC Title 15
Medium~21 daysBased on area

Required for earth-moving, grading, and excavation activities.

Required Information

  • Property Address
  • Area Sqft
  • Volume Cubic Yards
  • Contractor Name
  • Erosion Plan

Required Documents

  • 📎Grading Plan
  • 📎Drainage Study
  • 📎Dust Control Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

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