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
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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Clark County
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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| Fact | Henderson | Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| State Registration | NRS 552 required | - |
| Zoning | Accessory use, residential | - |
| Flyway Barrier | 6 ft recommended | 6 ft within 25 ft |
| HOA | Often 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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