Zoning Guide

Paradise, Nevada Zoning & Land Use Guide

Sources checked· 2026-05-24
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Key Zoning Facts

Local Zoning / Building Office
Clark County Department of Comprehensive Planning(702) 455-4314
Building Code Edition
2018 International Building Code (Clark County adopted)
ADU / Accessory Apartment
Yes
Example District
R-1 — Single-Family Residential
Max Height
35 ft

Regulatory Layers That Apply in Paradise

Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.

Federal

State — Nevada

  • Building Code: No mandatory statewide residential code; Clark County local adoption
View Nevada zoning overview

County — Clark County

  • Role: Primary governing authority — Paradise has no city government. All planning, zoning, building permits, and land use decisions are made by Clark County.

City / Municipal

The municipality's zoning ordinance, building-code enforcement, and local permits form the primary local layer of land-use regulation for your property.

Overlay Districts

No overlay districts identified.

Private Restrictions

  • Private covenants, deed restrictions, condominium rules, or association rules can impose requirements beyond zoning.
  • Check HOA CC&Rs for additional requirements, especially in master-planned resort areas.

Primary Zoning Districts

R-1Single-Family Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
35 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
15 ft
R-2Medium-Density Residential
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
40 ft
Front Setback
20 ft
Side Setback
5 ft
Rear Setback
15 ft
H-1Limited Resort and Apartment
Min Lot
Varies
Max Height
No limit (FAA restrictions apply)
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft
C-2General Commercial
Min Lot
6,000 sq ft
Max Height
45 ft
Front Setback
10 ft
Side Setback
0 ft
Rear Setback
10 ft

ADU Rules in Paradise

ADUs:Allowed
Max Size
1,200 sq ft or 50% of primary dwelling, whichever is less
Full ADU rules for Paradise →

Permit Costs & Timelines

Check Current Permit Fees & Timelines

Permit fees and review times can vary by project type, scope, valuation, and required approvals. Check the current schedule with the local permitting authority before filing.

Check current Paradise permit information →

Official Sources

City-specific

Clark County Department of Comprehensive Planningclarkcountynv.govOfficial sourceClark County Code of Ordinanceslibrary.municode.comOfficial sourceClark County GIS Mapsmaps.clarkcountynv.govOfficial source

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Paradise, Nevada have its own city government?
No. Paradise is an unincorporated community within Clark County. There is no City of Paradise, no mayor, and no city council. All government services — including zoning, building permits, and code enforcement — are provided by Clark County.
Is the Las Vegas Strip in the City of Las Vegas?
No. The famous Las Vegas Strip (Las Vegas Boulevard South) runs through unincorporated Clark County, primarily within Paradise. The City of Las Vegas is a separate jurisdiction to the north and west.
Can I build an ADU in Paradise?
Nevada has no enacted statewide ADU preemption. AB 383 is an appliance-energy-efficiency bill, not ADU. ADU rules are set locally — contact the city or county planning department.