ADU rules in Boulder City, NV — also called accessory dwelling unit regulations or granny flat ordinances — cover setbacks, owner-occupancy, parking, and permit requirements.
ADUs are NOT PERMITTED in Boulder City R1 single-family zones. Boulder City has opted for maximum restriction under state law. No detached ADUs or accessory dwellings allowed.
Boulder City FAQ and Community Development confirm: In R1 Single-Family Residential zones, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are not permitted. Detached buildings may not be used for living or sleeping purposes. While Nevada NRS 278.02391 requires cities over 25,000 to allow ADUs, Boulder City has maintained restrictive standards. Variances for additional dwellings in single-family zones are not allowed. Contact Community Development to verify current status, as state law may create tension with city policy.
Illegal dwelling units subject to citation and required removal.
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Boulder City Title 11 limits front yard fences to 3 to 4 feet and side and rear yard fences to 6 feet, with stricter rules in the Historic District.
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Boulder City enforces NRS 461A and the International Swimming Pool and Spa Code requiring barriers at least 5 feet tall around pools deeper than 18 inches.
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Boulder City requires a building permit for most fences over 6 feet tall and for any fence in the historic district per Title 11 Planning and Zoning.
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Retaining walls over 4 feet in height or supporting a surcharge require a building permit and engineered plans under the adopted International Building Code.
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Boulder City allows common fence materials like wood, masonry, vinyl, and wrought iron, with additional design review required in the Historic District.
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Feeding wildlife including coyotes, burros, bighorn sheep, and waterfowl is prohibited in Boulder City. Wild burros are protected federally but intentional f...
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