What You Need
The City of Las Vegas administers 10 permit and license types. Below is everything you need to know about each one — requirements, fees, timelines, and where to apply.
Business License
LVMC Title 6Required for all commercial activity within Las Vegas city limits. Includes general business, specific use categories, and privilege licenses.
Required Information
- •Business Name
- •Business Type
- •Owner Name
- •Owner Address
- •Business Address
- •Federal Ein
- •State Business License Number
- •Contact Phone
- •Contact Email
Required Documents
- 📎State Business License
- 📎Articles Of Incorporation Or Llc
- 📎Government Id
Special Use Permit
LVMC Title 19Required for land uses not permitted by right in a zoning district. Reviewed by Planning Commission.
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Apn
- •Current Zoning
- •Proposed Use
- •Applicant Name
- •Property Owner Consent
- •Site Plan Description
Required Documents
- 📎Site Plan
- 📎Justification Letter
- 📎Property Owner Authorization
- 📎Traffic Impact Study
Home Occupation Permit
LVMC 19.12Allows limited commercial activity from a residential property. Must not alter residential character of the neighborhood.
Required Information
- •Home Address
- •Business Type
- •Owner Name
- •Number Of Employees
- •Customer Visits Per Day
- •Signage Plan
Required Documents
- 📎Floor Plan
- 📎Business Description
Liquor License (Local)
LVMC Title 6, Chapter 6.50City-level liquor license required in addition to state license. Reviewed by City Council.
Required Information
- •Business Name
- •Business Address
- •License Type
- •Owner Name
- •Owner Background
- •Hours Of Operation
- •Seating Capacity
Required Documents
- 📎State Liquor License
- 📎Floor Plan
- 📎Background Check Authorization
- 📎Lease Agreement
Sign Permit
LVMC Title 19, Chapter 19.14Required for installation, modification, or relocation of commercial signage.
Required Information
- •Business Address
- •Sign Type
- •Sign Dimensions
- •Illumination Type
- •Height
- •Location On Building
Required Documents
- 📎Sign Rendering
- 📎Site Photo
- 📎Structural Calculations
Building Permit
LVMC Title 16Required for new construction, additions, alterations, and demolitions within city limits.
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Apn
- •Project Description
- •Contractor Name
- •Contractor License
- •Estimated Value
- •Square Footage
Required Documents
- 📎Construction Plans
- 📎Engineering Calculations
- 📎Energy Compliance
- 📎Contractor License Copy
Grading/Excavation Permit
LVMC Title 16Required for earth-moving activities, grading, and excavation work.
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Apn
- •Area To Grade Sqft
- •Volume Cubic Yards
- •Contractor Name
- •Erosion Control Plan
Required Documents
- 📎Grading Plan
- 📎Drainage Study
- 📎Erosion Control Plan
- 📎Dust Mitigation Plan
Short-Term Rental Permit
LVMC 6.16Required for vacation rentals and short-term lodging (less than 31 consecutive days).
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Owner Name
- •Local Contact Person
- •Max Occupancy
- •Parking Spaces
- •Platform Listing Urls
Required Documents
- 📎Floor Plan
- 📎Fire Safety Inspection
- 📎Proof Of Ownership
- 📎Liability Insurance
Street Performer Permit
LVMC 11.68Required for street performance, busking, and entertainment in public areas.
Required Information
- •Performer Name
- •Performance Type
- •Preferred Locations
- •Hours Of Performance
- •Equipment List
Required Documents
- 📎Government Id
- 📎Performance Description
Sidewalk Café Permit
LVMC 11.40Allows restaurants and food establishments to operate outdoor seating on public sidewalks.
Required Information
- •Business Name
- •Business Address
- •Seating Count
- •Area Dimensions
- •Hours Of Operation
- •Ada Compliance Plan
Required Documents
- 📎Site Plan
- 📎Insurance Certificate
- 📎Health Permit
- 📎Ada Plan
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