Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lyon County, NV

Lyon County’s Title 15 land-use code defines “Vacation Rental” as “the renting out of a furnished dwelling unit on a temporary basis.” County application guidance requires zoning approval and approvals/inspections by local Fire and Building departments and, where applicable, the Nevada State Health Department; transient lodging taxation and business licensing/registration requirements also apply.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lyon County. 1) Obtain required clearances: zoning approval from the Planning Department; inspections/approval by local Fire and Building Departments; Nevada State Health Department approval where applicable; proof of compliance with Nevada Department of Taxation. 2) Obtain any necessary utilities sign-offs (if required) and evidence of required insurance (workers’ compensation if employees). 3) Submit approvals/documents to Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer (business license issuance), pay the stated application fee and annual fees as applicable (application fee listed as $37.50 on the county fees page).

1) Obtain required clearances: zoning approval from the Planning Department; inspections/approval by local Fire and Building Departments; Nevada State Health Department approval where applicable; proof of compliance with Nevada Department of Taxation. 2) Obtain any necessary utilities sign-offs (if required) and evidence of required insurance (workers’ compensation if employees). 3) Submit approvals/documents to Lyon County Clerk/Treasurer (business license issuance), pay the stated application fee and annual fees as applicable (application fee listed as $37.50 on the county fees page).