Brush Clearance: Henderson vs Paradise
How do brush clearance rules compare between Henderson, NV and Paradise, NV?
Henderson and Paradise have similar restriction levels.
Henderson, NV
Clark County
Henderson requires weed abatement and defensible space under HMC Title 8, with 30-foot minimum clearance in WUI zones near Sloan Canyon and McCullough Mountains. Enforced under NRS 477.030.
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Clark County
Clark County Fire enforces Title 13 weed and brush abatement. Defensible space of 30-100 feet required in WUI areas near Red Rock, Mount Charleston, and Lake Mead. Non-compliance triggers county abatement and a lien.
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| Fact | Henderson | Paradise |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | 30 ft non-combustible | - |
| Zone 2 | To 100 ft (WUI) | - |
| Inspection | Annual May–June | - |
| Code | HMC Title 8, IFC Ch 49 | IWUIC adopted |
| Authority | - | Clark County Fire / Title 13 |
| WUI Zone | - | 30-100 ft defensible space |
| Notice | - | 30 days to clear typically |
| Abatement | - | County crew + lien |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Henderson FAQ
Do I need defensible space if I dont live in the foothills?
Standard weed abatement applies citywide, but formal 30/100-foot defensible space requirements only apply in designated WUI zones abutting open desert, BLM land, or foothills.
Are palm trees a fire hazard?
Dead palm frond skirts are an extreme fire hazard in the Mojave. Henderson requires annual trimming, and neglected palms are a common source of code complaints and structure fires.
Paradise FAQ
Do I need to clear brush from my Clark County property?
In WUI areas near Red Rock, Mount Charleston, and Lake Mead, yes — maintain 30 feet of defensible space plus a reduced-fuel zone out to 100 feet. Urban lots must abate dry weeds and tumbleweeds that create a fire hazard.
What happens if I ignore a brush abatement notice?
Clark County Fire sends contracted crews to clear the property. The cost plus administrative fees is billed to the owner and, if unpaid, recorded as a lien against the parcel.
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