Fallon Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Fallon Zoning Overview
Fallon is a city of approximately 9,138 residents (2020 Census) in Churchill County, Nevada. Known as the "Oasis of Nevada," Fallon is located about 60 miles east of Reno along US Route 50 and is home to Naval Air Station Fallon, the Navy's premier tactical aviation training facility. The city's economy centers on agriculture (fed by the Newlands Irrigation Project), military operations, and regional services.
Key Zoning Districts
Fallon uses a district-based zoning system with residential, commercial, and industrial classifications:
- R-1 (Single-Family Residential) — Low-density residential with 7,000 square foot minimum lots, 25 ft front setback, 6 ft side setbacks, 20 ft rear setback, and 35 ft height limit.
- R-2 (Two-Family Residential) — Allows single-family and duplex development on 6,000 square foot minimum lots with 20 ft front, 5 ft side, and 15 ft rear setbacks.
- R-3 (Multi-Family Residential) — Higher-density district for apartments and townhomes with 20 ft front, 10 ft side, and 20 ft rear setbacks and a 45 ft height limit.
- C-1 (Commercial) and C-2 (General Commercial) — Commercial districts for varying intensities of retail, office, and service uses.
- I (Industrial) — District for manufacturing, warehousing, and industrial operations.
Check the Fallon Municipal Code for complete dimensional standards.
ADU Regulations
Nevada does not have a statewide law mandating accessory dwelling units. No specific ADU provisions for Fallon were identified in this review. Contact the City of Fallon at (775) 423-5104 for information on whether accessory dwelling units or secondary residences are permitted.
Building Permits & Development
Fallon follows the International Building Code and International Residential Code as adopted at the state level. Properties near Naval Air Station Fallon may be subject to additional land use considerations including noise zones and height restrictions related to military flight operations. Contact the city for building permit applications and requirements.
Official Sources
All information should be verified with official sources. Regulations may have changed since the date of last review.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Fallon
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
County — Churchill County
- Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 7,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 25 ft
- Side Setback
- 6 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
- Min Lot
- 6,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 35 ft
- Front Setback
- 20 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
- Min Lot
- Varies
- Max Height
- 45 ft
- Front Setback
- 20 ft
- Side Setback
- 10 ft
- Rear Setback
- 20 ft
- Min Lot
- Varies
- Max Height
- Varies
- Front Setback
- Varies
- Side Setback
- Varies
- Rear Setback
- Varies
- Min Lot
- Varies
- Max Height
- Varies
- Front Setback
- Varies
- Side Setback
- Varies
- Rear Setback
- Varies
- Min Lot
- Varies
- Max Height
- Varies
- Front Setback
- Varies
- Side Setback
- Varies
- Rear Setback
- Varies
ADU Rules in Fallon
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Fallon are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
Check Fallon permit fees →