Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When was North Las Vegas Incorporated as a City?

The City of North Las Vegas was incorporated on May 16, 1946. The population at the date of incorporation was 2,875.

What is the current population of North Las Vegas?

• 214,971 as of July 2007
• Fastest growing city in America

How do I apply for a business license?

Call or Visit:
Business License Division
2200 Civic Center Drive 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1521 
Fax: (702) 649-9316

How do I get a dog license?

Call or Visit:
Business License Division
2200 Civic Center Drive 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1521 
Fax: (702) 649-9316

What do I do if I want to add on to my house?

Start at the Permit Application Center.
Building and Safety Division 
2266 Civic Center Drive
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone 702-633-1536
Fax 702-649-9643

How do I report a noisy neighbor?

Call the non-emergency police number.
North Las Vegas Police Department
1301 E. Lake Mead Blvd. 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-9111 
Fax: (702) 649-2655

The sidewalk in front of my house is cracked. What do I do?

Call the Public Works Department 
2266 Civic Center Drive 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1204 
Fax: (702) 649-4696

How do I report a barking dog?

Call the non-emergency police number.

North Las Vegas Police Department 
1301 E. Lake Mead Blvd. 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-9111 
Fax: (702) 649-2655

How many pets can I have and what kind?

Check out the North Las Vegas Municipal Code 6.08.030 and 6.10

How do I get the street cleaners to come down my street?

Call Roadway Operations 
Public Works Department
50 East Brooks Avenue 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1313 
Fax: (702) 633-1884 
Fax: (702) 642-1951 (Roadway)
Traffic Operations (Recording) (702) 633-1298

What’s the curfew?

According to the North Las Vegas Municipal Code Chapter 9.28.010, any person under 18 must be accompanied by his parent or guardian between the hours of 10:00 pm to 5:00 am of the succeeding day Sunday through Thursday and 12 midnight to 5:00 am of the succeeding day Friday and Saturday.

How do I know if the house I’m going to buy is in a flood zone?

Start by contacting the
Development & Flood Control Division of the 
Public Works Department.
2266 Civic Center Drive 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1210 
Fax: (702) 649-4696

How do I register to vote?

Contact the City Clerk’s office at
2200 Civic Center Drive 
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
(702) 633-1030 Office (702) 649-3846 Fax
Monday through Thursday - 8:00am to 5:45pm

or the Library at
2300 Civic Center Drive
North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1070
Fax: (702) 649-2576
Monday, Friday, and Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9 AM to 9 PM

Who do I call to ask questions about my garbage service?

Please call: Republic Silver State at (702) 735-5151 for additional information

How do I sign up for water, sewer and garbage service?

Please call or visit one of our two Utilities Business Services locations:

Utilities Building at 2829 Fort Sumter North Las Vegas, NV 89030	City Hall at 2200 Civic Center Drive North Las Vegas, NV 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1484

How do I find out more information about Water Conservation and current Drought Water Restrictions?

Information about Water Drought Restrictions and Water Conservation can be found on our website at the above links. For additional information, visit the Southern Nevada Water Authority website at www.snwa.com

How do I homestead my property?

Homestead paperwork can be obtained from the North Las Vegas Library District or any copy shop and will contain information about completion. Once completed, the form must be taken to the County for recording.

What Parks and Recreation programs are available to my children?

Please call or visit:
Parks and Recreation 
316 East Brooks Avenue 
North Las Vegas, NV 89030 
Phone: (702) 633-1171 
Fax: (702) 399-9611 
Phone: (702) 633-1611 (Recreation Center) 
Fax: (702) 642-3667 (Recreation Center)

How do I attend a City Council meeting?

Council meetings are held the first and third Wednesdays of every month at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, 2200 Civic Center Drive. Contact the City Clerk’s Office at 633-1030 or visit the City Clerk’s Office web pages for the form to receive City Council agendas.

Who is the Councilperson for my Ward?

Contact the Library at 702-633-1070 or the Public Works at 702-633-1200

Who is my County Commissioner and other elected representatives?

Contact the Clark County Election Department at 702-633-VOTE 

Who handles evictions in North Las Vegas?

The North Las Vegas Constable handles evictions. Contact Justice Court at 455-7801.

How can I schedule a fire department tour for my girl scout or boy scout troop?

Contact the Public Education Specialist
North Las Vegas Fire Department 
2626 E. Carey Avenue
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1111
FAX: (702) 399-8730

Who can I call for problems with bees?

Contact the North Las Vegas Fire Department 
2626 E. Carey Avenue
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1102
FAX: (702) 399-8730

Who do I call for information on the free smoke detector program?

Contact the Public Education Specialist
North Las Vegas Fire Department 
2626 E. Carey Avenue
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1111
FAX: (702) 399-8730

How can I obtain a copy of a fire incident report?

Contact the North Las Vegas Fire Department 
2626 E. Carey Avenue
North Las Vegas, Nevada 89030
Phone: (702) 633-1102
FAX: (702) 399-8730

How can I obtain a library card?  

If you are over 18, please bring a picture ID and a proof of a local address to the library at 2300 Civic Center Drive during library hours. The first card is free. Payment for lost cards is $1.00. The library card obtained at this library is valid for all other libraries in the State of Nevada. If you are under 18, please bring your parent and his/her picture ID and proof of local address with you. You must be able to sign your name. When you first obtain your card, you will be able to check out two items. When you return those two items you may check out up to 20 items. Except for the first time a card is used, each family is allowed to check out three videos at a time. Our videos check out for three days. Books and other items check out for three weeks. Fines are charged for all late items. Your library card is necessary to use our Internet computers and our computer lab.

What are the boundaries of North Las Vegas?

The City of North Las Vegas is primarily bound by the following roadways:

On the South: Coran Lane/Lake Mead Boulevard between Rancho Drive and Comstock Drive; Carey Avenue between Comstock Drive and Revere Street; Lake Mead Boulevard between Revere Street and Commerce Street; and Owens Avenue between Commerce Street and Pecos Road.

On the West: Rancho Drive between Coran Lane and Cheyenne Avenue; Cheyenne Avenue between Rancho Drive and Decatur Boulevard; Decatur Boulevard between Cheyenne Avenue and Moccasin Road.

On the North: Moccasin Road between Decatur Boulevard and Lamb Boulevard; Grand Teton Drive from Lamb Boulevard to North Las Vegas Boulevard.

On the East: Pecos Road between Owens Avenue and Craig Road; Craig Road between Pecos Road and Lamb Boulevard; Lamb Boulevard between Craig Road and I-15, I-15 to 7 miles east of Lamb Boulevard.

See the Council Ward Map for a visual reference.

How can I get a copy of a police report or accident report?.

Since all Police reports have to be processed through records first, please wait at least 24 hours from the time the crime was reported before trying to get a copy of a Police report. Please wait at least 48 hours to get a copy of an accident report. You must bring a valid state or city photo ID (Driver’s license or work card). Copies are $1.00 per page. The Records Bureau is located at 1301 E. Lake Mead Blvd. 

When is the Records Bureau open?

Records is open to the public Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M.. To 5:30 P.M.

How can I get a work card for North Las Vegas? How much does a work card cost?

If you need a North Las Vegas work card you will need to come to the

North Las Vegas Police Department - Work Card Section
1301 E. Lake Mead Blvd.
North Las Vegas, NV 89030

The cost for work cards is:	$35 Work Card
	$50 Armed and Unarmed Security
	$60 Child Care
	$5 Duplicate NLV Work Card

You must bring a State photo ID, your social security card, and the employer’s referral slip. If you are not a US citizen you must bring your green card or alien registration. The work card section is open Monday through Thursday 8:30 A.M. to 4 P.M

How can I arrange for a sit-a-long in the Dispatch Center and learn more about becoming a Police Dispatcher or Police Call Taker?

You can call and speak with any Supervisor in the Dispatch Center (633-1390) to arrange a sit-a-long and see what being a dispatcher or call taker is all about. This is available 24 hours a day, 7-days a week. A sit-a-long is limited to a maximum of 2 hours.