Clark County, NV Landscaping Rules: Native Plants (2026)
Key Facts
- Governing rule
- Regional Plant List required species
- Turf
- Cemeteries, parks, schools only
- Palm trees
- Prohibited in required landscaping
- Xeriscape swap
- Allowed outside water-service areas
Summary
Required landscaping in unincorporated Clark County must come from the Southern Nevada Regional Plant List of low-water, climate-appropriate species, and turf grass is banned everywhere except cemeteries, parks, and schools.
Required Landscaping shall consist of: (a) Recommended plants selected from the Southern Nevada Water Authority and Southern Nevada Regional Planning Coalition's Regional Plant List (Regional Plant List); or (b) Alternative plant types may be proposed if evidence is provided from a qualified professional stating such plants meet, at a minimum, the climate resiliency and selected plant rating and methodology provided in the Regional Plant List; and (c) Any cactus or annual or perennial flowers. (d) Palm trees are prohibited.
Full Breakdown
Under the Title 30 landscaping standards, required plantings must be pulled from the Regional Plant List (or an alternative shown by a qualified professional to meet its climate-resiliency rating), plus cactus and annual/perennial flowers; palm trees are barred outright. Turf is restricted county-wide to cemeteries, parks, and schools, with slope, setback, and minimum-area rules even there. Properties outside a water provider's service area may swap in permanent xeriscape landscaping instead of live plantings.
Violations & Fines
Landscaping violations are misdemeanors under NRS 193.150, a separate offense each day they continue; the County can also withhold permits, licenses, and occupancy certificates or revoke land-use approvals until corrected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I plant a native or xeriscape yard instead of grass in unincorporated Clark County?
Are palm trees allowed in required landscaping?
Sources & Official References
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