What You Need
Storey County administers 5 permit and license types. Below is everything you need to know about each one — requirements, fees, timelines, and where to apply.
Business License
Medium~14 days$50–$300
Required for businesses in Storey County, including TRIC tenants.
Required Information
- •Business Name
- •Business Type
- •Owner Name
- •Business Address
- •Federal Ein
Required Documents
- 📎State Business License
- 📎Articles Of Organization
Building Permit
High~30 daysBased on valuation
Required for construction. TRIC developments may have expedited review.
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Apn
- •Project Description
- •Contractor Name
- •Estimated Value
Required Documents
- 📎Construction Plans
- 📎Structural Calculations
Special Use Permit
High~90 days$1,200+
For uses requiring County Commission approval.
Required Information
- •Property Address
- •Apn
- •Current Zoning
- •Proposed Use
Required Documents
- 📎Site Plan
- 📎Justification Letter
TRIC Development Permits
Very High~60 daysNegotiated — varies by project
Specific permits for development within the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center. Coordinated with TRIC LLC and Storey County.
Required Information
- •Company Name
- •Facility Type
- •Site Location Tric
- •Building Sqft
- •Employee Count
- •Utility Requirements
- •Environmental Assessment
Required Documents
- 📎Site Plan
- 📎Utility Plan
- 📎Environmental Report
- 📎Traffic Impact
- 📎Water Supply Plan
Data Center Permits
Very High~90 daysNegotiated — varies by project
Specialized permits for data center development in TRIC. High power and water usage requires additional review.
Required Information
- •Company Name
- •Facility Size Sqft
- •Power Requirements Mw
- •Cooling System Type
- •Water Usage
- •Backup Power Plan
Required Documents
- 📎Facility Plans
- 📎Power Study
- 📎Cooling Plan
- 📎Environmental Assessment
- 📎Water Supply Agreement
Frequently Asked Questions
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