The Code Enforcement Division office is located at 4040 Losee Road. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Appointments can be scheduled to discuss enforcement issues at the office or at the location where a violation exists.
The Code Enforcement Division is unable to provide legal advice or financial assistance, nor enforcement of homeowners’ association covenants, conditions and restrictions. |
How do I make a complaint?
• Call the Code Enforcement office at 702-633-1677 during normal business hours.
• Fax your complaint to 702-633-5278.
• Download and complete the Request for Code Enforcement Services form;
fax it to the number above or mail it to the address at the top of the form.
• E-mail it from this web site. Complete the form on following link and click on
Submit: Request for Code Enforcement Services.
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| Will my name be kept confidential? |
Yes. The Code Enforcement Division's confidentiality policy strictly prohibits the release of any complainant information to the public. It is sometimes necessary to contact the person reporting a violation for clarification or to obtain additional information. Insufficient information will cause a delay in resolution, or the complaint will be set aside until the person calls again.
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| How long does it take to resolve code violations I report? |
Every effort is made to inspect the property within three business days. Potential life safety hazards are treated as a high priority.
Most violations are resolved within two weeks after a violation notice is issued. When the responsible party fails to correct the violations, a citation is issued–the court date is scheduled four to six weeks from the date the citation is written. If violations are corrected before the court date, the case is closed. Continued noncompliance prolongs the process.
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| How do I report graffiti, and what does city government do to curb it? |
Call the 24-hour graffiti hotline, 702-633-1871. If you witness graffiti vandalism in progress, call the police at 702-633-9111.
The graffiti ordinance requires businesses to store aerosol spray paint and broad-tipped indelible markers in a secured area that only employees can access. The ordinance also makes it illegal to sell these items to persons under 18 years of age. It is also unlawful for person under age 18 to have these items in their possession on public property. Graffiti vandals face fines and/or imprisonment. Parents of juvenile offenders are held liable for restitution and attorney fees.
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| Where can I report broken down or unlicensed vehicles? |
Contact Code Enforcement for vehicle violations on private and commercial property. Report vehicles on the street to the police at 702-633-9111, unless the street is in a gated community. Private streets are the responsibility of the HOA; if they don’t or are not authorized to take action, call Code Enforcement.
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| I think a neighbor is conducting a business from his home. Does he need a business license? |
Yes. Contact the Business License Division at 702-633-1520. Prohibited home
business include, but are not limited to:
- Animal service, including grooming and boarding.
- Appliance repair (washers, dryers, stoves, etc.).
- Barber shop.
- Beauty parlor, including a manicurist and cosmetologist.
- Limousine service.
- Machine shop.
- A healing profession, with the exception of metaphysical healing.
- Painting of vehicles, trailers or boats.
- Tattoo parlor.
- Vehicle and motorized equipment repair and sales,.washing and detailing.
- Welding shop.
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| Do I need a permit for a yard sale? |
Yes. There is no fee for a permit. Garage/yard sale is defined as “the sale of any used items from residential premises.” Two yard sales during a 12-month period are permitted; more than two sales would constitute an illegal business. To request a permit:
- Call 702-633-1677 before close of business on the Tuesday before your planned sale. This will ensure you receive the permit by mail in time to display it during the sale.
- Submit via this web site before close of business on the Thursday before your sale. Click on the following link for the permit: Garage / Yard Sale Application
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| Where can I place my yard sale signs? |
Signs may placed on private property with the permission of the owner or authorized agent. Yard sale notices can be placed in the local newspaper, a popular medium citizens use to find yard sales throughout the valley. It is unlawful to place signs on light poles, sign poles and street medians. Signs must be removed immediately after your sale ends.
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| How can I help keep my neighborhood and property values from declining? |
- Call Code Enforcement for any concerns about conditions on private property (not criminal activity). When Code Enforcement cannot address an issue, callers are given phone numbers for other city offices or outside agencies that may be able to help them.
- Join the Neighborhood Watch program; become a block captain if interested. Call the Community Services Division (formerly Crime Prevention) at 702-633-1808 for information.
- If your community has a homeowners association, report violations of your CC&Rs to them. CC&Rs may be more restrictive and effective than city codes.
- Attend a City Council meeting occasionally–and ask your neighbors to come along. If you want to discuss an issue, there is a public forum after all agenda items addressed. For addition information, go the City Clerk site on this web page.
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| Who should I call if my landlord won’t fix code violations inside my residence? |
Call the Building Safety Division, 702-633-1922, to submit a complaint on maintenance issues such a leaking ceiling, heating/air conditioning not working and unsafe electrical outlets.
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