Building

Residential Projects

Residential buildings include detached one and two family dwellings and townhouses that are not more than three stories in height. Residential projects include construction, alteration, movement, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location, removal and demolition of a residential structure (See IRC 2018 IRC Chapter 1).

Examples of Residential Projects:

  • New Single Family Dwelling
  • Attached or detached garages
  • Interior remodel
  • Carports
  • Reroof
  • Utilities (water heater, furnace, AC, electric and gas meters, etc.)
  • Detached Accessory Dwellings
  • Additions
  • Barns
  • Patio Covers
  • Solar
Call 311 to find resources, ask questions, and utilize Washoe County services. Learn More »
Call 311 to find resources, ask questions, and utilize Washoe County services. Learn More »