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Beekeeping: Henderson vs Paradise

How do beekeeping rules compare between Henderson, NV and Paradise, NV?

Henderson and Paradise have similar restriction levels.

Henderson, NV

Clark County

Some Restrictions

Henderson allows residential beekeeping as an accessory use under HMC Title 7 and Title 19 with setback limits. Beekeepers must register apiaries annually with the Nevada Dept. of Agriculture under NRS 552.

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Paradise, NV

Clark County

Some Restrictions

Beekeeping is permitted in unincorporated Clark County under Title 10 and Title 30 with hive setbacks and annual registration with the Nevada Department of Agriculture. Africanized bee concerns apply.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactHendersonParadise
State RegistrationNRS 552 required-
ZoningAccessory use, residential-
Flyway Barrier6 ft recommended6 ft within 25 ft
HOAOften prohibited-
Setback-10-15 feet typical
Water-On owner property
State Register-NRS 552 annual
AHB Zone-All S. Nevada

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Henderson FAQ

Do I need to register my hives in Henderson?

Yes. Nevada NRS 552 requires all beekeepers to register apiaries annually with the Nevada Department of Agriculture, regardless of hive count.

Can my HOA ban beekeeping?

Yes. Henderson master-planned communities commonly prohibit beekeeping in CC and Rs. Check your community rules before installing hives.

Paradise FAQ

Can I keep bees in unincorporated Clark County?

Yes, subject to zoning setbacks, a flyway barrier, an on-property water source, and annual registration with the Nevada Department of Agriculture. HOAs may still prohibit hives.

What about aggressive feral swarms?

Southern Nevada is in the Africanized honeybee zone, so feral swarms are presumed Africanized. Call a licensed bee remover or Clark County Vector Control rather than attempting to catch the swarm.

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