Nelson Home Business: Home Occupation Permits Rules (2026)

Any person operating a business from a residence in unincorporated Clark County must obtain a home occupation permit through the Clark County Department of Business License and a concurrent county business license under Title 6 of the County Code. Application requires a completed home occupation questionnaire describing the nature of the business, hours of operation, number of employees, client visits, parking, deliveries, equipment, and storage. The Department of Comprehensive Planning reviews for compliance with Title 30 home occupation standards. If the property is in an HOA, written HOA approval may be required in some cases; regardless, HOA rules apply independently. Fees are modest (roughly 50 to 150 dollars depending on the business category) plus the general business license fee. Renewal is annual or biennial. The permit may be revoked for any Title 30 violation including outside evidence of business, prohibited use, excess traffic, or complaints. Separate state licensing may be required for professions like contractors (Nevada State Contractors Board), cosmetology, real estate, and any regulated occupation. Operating without a home occupation permit is a misdemeanor under Clark County Code and carries fines plus back license fees.