Overview
Sign permits in the Las Vegas Valley are split between the City of Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and unincorporated Clark County — which includes the Las Vegas Strip. If your business is on Las Vegas Boulevard (the Strip), you are likely in Clark County jurisdiction, NOT the City of Las Vegas. Confirm your jurisdiction before applying.
Clark County (unincorporated) governs the Las Vegas Strip. The Strip is within the Resort Corridor zone with distinct sign regulations that allow the large-scale signage characteristic of the area. For non-Strip commercial businesses inside city limits, standard commercial zone rules apply and are substantially more conservative than Strip allowances.
What Requires a Permit in Las Vegas
- All permanent wall-mounted signs (illuminated and non-illuminated)
- All freestanding signs — monument, pole, pylon
- All illuminated signs of any size or type
- Window signs exceeding the local coverage threshold
- Temporary banners displayed longer than 14–30 days
- Digital / electronic message center signs
- Projecting, blade, and awning signs
Application Checklist
- ✓Completed permit application (via MyGovernmentOnline (MGO))
- ✓Site plan showing property boundary and sign location
- ✓Sign drawings — front elevation with exact dimensions and materials
- ✓Photograph of existing building face where sign will be installed
- ✓Landlord / property owner authorization letter (if tenant)
- ✓Electrical drawings + licensed electrician license # (illuminated signs)
- ✓Structural engineering drawings with PE stamp (freestanding signs)
- ✓Confirm jurisdiction: City of Las Vegas vs. Clark County vs. Henderson
- ✓Permit fee payment
Typical Las Vegas Sign Permit Fees
| Sign Type | Estimated Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wall sign (non-illuminated) | $70–$200 | City of Las Vegas rates |
| Wall sign (illuminated) | $100–$280 | Electrical permit separate |
| Monument sign | $100–$350 | Engineering required |
| Pole / pylon sign | $150–$600 | Engineering + inspection |
| Digital / EMC sign | $200–$800 | Additional review; verify zone eligibility |
| Temporary banner | $45–$90 | Per 30-day permit |
Fees are estimates based on current Las Vegas schedules. Verify at lasvegasnevada.gov/permits before submitting.
Review Timeline
| Sign Type | Typical Review Time |
|---|---|
| Simple wall sign | 7–15 business days |
| Illuminated sign | 2–4 weeks |
| Monument / freestanding | 3–5 weeks |
| Digital / EMC sign | 4–8 weeks |
| Clark County (Strip) | Contact Clark County separately |
Contact Information
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | City of Las Vegas Building & Safety |
| Online portal | lasvegasnevada.gov/permits |
| Phone | (702) 229-6251 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 7:30am–5:30pm |
Applying for a Las Vegas sign permit?
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Download Checklist → Timeline Planner →Disclaimer: This guide reflects Las Vegas, NV permit procedures as of 2024–2025. Verify current requirements at lasvegasnevada.gov/permits before submitting your application.