Welcome to Washoe County
Department of Building & Safety
The Washoe County Department of Building & Safety enforces nationally recognized codes and ordinances adopted by the Board of County Commissioners to assure that buildings are safe by providing plan check and inspection services for construction. These standards play a vital part in maintaining Washoe County's high quality of living and economic strength. County wide codes play a key role in assisting the construction industry in maintaining a level and consistant playing field. Our goal is to assist our customers by providing code information that can be used in constructing a safe and stable product.
The Department is "Dedicated to Excellence in Public Service."
As Director of Building & Safety, I would like to Welcome You. The Department serves a vital role in the community and wants to provide that service to you in the most expeditious and courteous manner possible. Please feel free to e-mail me with any comments concerning the process. We are here to serve you.
Don Jeppson, AIA
Director of Building & Safety
.:What's New:.
Effective May 11, 2009 the Washoe County Department of Building & Safety changed its Reno location office days of operation.
Monday - CLOSED
Tuesday through Friday - 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. OPEN
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. CLOSED FOR LUNCH
1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. OPEN
Also effective March 1, 2009 the Washoe County Building & Safety's Incline Office will be closed. Permit submittals and issuances will be made at the Reno office located at the Washoe County Complex, 1001 E. Ninth St, Reno, NV. Field inspections will continue as usual.
Any permits requiring monetary transactions must be completed by 4:00pm, including plan submittals, so please schedule your time accordingly. Thank You.
For other recent and past news, please visit our News Page.
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Washoe County Office |
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1001 E Ninth Street |
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P. O. Box 11130 |
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Reno, NV 89520-0027 |
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Phone (775) 328-2020 |
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Fax (775) 328-6132 |
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Hours: 7:30am to 4:30pm* |
* Any permits requiring monetary transactions must be completed by 4:00pm, including plan submittals, so please schedule your time accordingly. Thank You.
Please Note that the Incline Village branch is currently closed.
Automated
Inspection Line
325-8000
.:Helpful Links to other County Departments:.
Thank You for visiting the Washoe County Department of Building & Safety website for Reno and Incline Village of Nevada. If you have any problems or concerns regarding our website, please contact dkorson@washoecounty.us
Washoe County Department of Building & Safety
Reno, Nevada
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