What Paradise Regulates: A Complete Ordinance Overview

Paradise is a mid-sized city in Clark County, Nevada, with about 191000 residents. Like most cities its size, it has a set of local rules that may differ significantly from neighboring municipalities. Here is an overview of 31 ordinances across 15 categories that affect daily life in Paradise.

Fire Regulations

Fireworks: CCC §13.04.260 makes it unlawful to possess, use, sell, or store dangerous fireworks anywhere in unincorporated Clark County. Only Safe-N-Sane fireworks may be ignited, and only between July 1 and July 4 each year..

Also covered: Outdoor Burning (strict), Smoke Detectors (strict), Wildfire Zones (moderate). See the full fire regulations guide for Paradise for details.

Environmental Rules

Flood Zones: Most of Paradise is in FEMA Zone X (minimal risk), but flash flooding hits the Las Vegas Wash and adjacent washes from July monsoon storms. Clark County Regional Flood Control District (CCRFCD) maintains detention basins.

Noise Ordinances

Amplified Music & Events: CCC §12.40.020 (Portable Audio Equipment) bans car-stereo or portable audio that is plainly audible at 50 feet from the source on a public way or any private property of another. CCC §14.55.020 applies to amplified residential music as 'unnecessary noise.'.

Also covered: Leaf Blower Rules (permissive), Quiet Hours (moderate), Barking Dogs (moderate). See the full noise ordinances guide for Paradise for details.

Short-Term Rentals

Permit Requirements: Clark County Code Chapter 7.100 requires a Short-Term Rental Unit license for any rental of 30 consecutive days or less in unincorporated Clark County including Paradise. The unit cannot be within 2,500 feet of a resort casino or within 1,000 feet of another STR..

Also covered: Occupancy Limits (strict), Registration Rules (strict). See the full short-term rentals guide for Paradise for details.

Accessory Structures

ADU Rules: Clark County permits Accessory Apartments (casitas, ADUs) as accessory uses in many residential districts subject to §30.40 zoning standards and §30.44 use regulations. The unit must be on the same lot as the primary dwelling and may include cooking facilities..

Also covered: Garage Conversions (moderate), Shed Rules (moderate). See the full accessory structures guide for Paradise for details.

Drone Rules

Park Drone Restrictions: Clark County Department of Parks and Recreation Policy S.15 (updated Nov 2025) allows recreational drone flights at 28 designated county parks. All flights must follow FAA Part 107 / recreational rules and Remote ID requirements..

Parking Rules

Street Parking Limits: CCC §14.40.030 prohibits stopping, standing, or parking where official signs prohibit it. Vehicles left on a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours can be cited and towed as abandoned under NRS 484B.450..

Also covered: Commercial Vehicle Restrictions (moderate), RV & Boat Parking (moderate). See the full parking rules guide for Paradise for details.

Outdoor Lighting

Light Pollution & Sky Glow: Clark County Title 30 sets outdoor lighting standards for new development including illumination limits at property lines, full-cutoff fixture requirements for commercial properties, and shielding of residential security lights to avoid light trespass on neighbors..

Landscaping Rules

Water Restrictions: Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) and Las Vegas Valley Water District (LVVWD) mandatory watering schedule assigns every Paradise address to a group (A-F) and limits irrigation by season. Sunday watering is prohibited year-round.

Fence Regulations

Height Limits: Clark County Code §30.64.020 (Fences and Walls) allows fences up to 6 feet in height in single-family residential development, except within 15 feet of the front property line or private street where lower limits apply..

Also covered: Material Restrictions (moderate). See the full fence regulations guide for Paradise for details.

Cannabis Regulations

Home Cultivation: Nevada NRS 453D.110 allows home cultivation of up to 6 cannabis plants per adult (12 per household) ONLY if no licensed retail dispensary is within 25 miles. Paradise has dozens of dispensaries within 25 miles, so home cultivation is effectively prohibited..

Garage & Yard Sales

Frequency Limits: Clark County permits residential garage and yard sales in residential zoning districts subject to frequency limits (typically no more than 3 per calendar year per residence) and sign restrictions under §30.72.060..

Animal Ordinances

Exotic Pets: Nevada state law (NAC 503) and Clark County Code restrict possession of dangerous or exotic wild animals. Big cats, primates, large constrictor snakes, alligators, bears, wolves, and venomous reptiles are prohibited or require state permits..

Also covered: Dog Leash Laws (moderate). See the full animal ordinances guide for Paradise for details.

Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors

Food Truck Permits: Mobile food vendors in Paradise must obtain a Clark County Regulated Business License (Mobile Food Vendor category) AND a Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) mobile food establishment permit, plus a Nevada Health Card for each operator..

Soliciting & Door-to-Door

Solicitor Permits: Clark County Code Chapter 6.56 (Peddlers, Solicitors, and Temporary Merchants) requires anyone soliciting door-to-door in unincorporated Clark County to hold a county-issued Peddler/Solicitor license and to carry/display it on request..

What to Do With This Information

This overview covers the big picture, but the details matter. Each ordinance page for Paradise includes the full text, violation penalties, and frequently asked questions. Use those pages when you need specifics.