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Lander County Permits & Licensing

Population: ~5,800

Mining-intensive county along the I-80 corridor. County seat is Battle Mountain ("Armpit of America" — now embraced). Key towns include Austin and Kingston.

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What You Need

Lander County administers 4 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 PermitMining Support Services Permit

Business License

Low~14 days$25–$100

Required for all commercial activity within Lander County.

Required Information

  • Business Name
  • Business Type
  • Owner Name
  • Business Address

Required Documents

  • 📎State Business License

Building Permit

Medium~21 daysBased on valuation

Required for construction in Lander County.

Required Information

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

Required Documents

  • 📎Construction Plans

Special Use Permit

High~90 days$500+

For uses requiring County Commission approval.

Required Information

  • Property Address
  • Apn
  • Current Zoning
  • Proposed Use

Required Documents

  • 📎Site Plan
  • 📎Justification Letter

Mining Support Services Permit

Medium~30 daysVaries

Coordination for mining support and services businesses. Cortez Hills and other major operations in the area.

Required Information

  • Company Name
  • Service Type
  • Mine Client
  • Employee Count

Required Documents

  • 📎Business Plan
  • 📎Safety Plan

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