Land Development

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 The Land Development Program, through permit plan review, inspections, and collaboration with state and local agencies, health department staff and the public, ensures that development in Washoe County occurs in a manner that minimizes environmental contamination and prevents the spread of disease, promotes public health and safety, and provides sustainable development.

Services

• Grading Permits for Subdivisions
• Public Water Systems
• Septic Systems & Liquid Waste
• Domestic Well Program and Construction Permits

Resources

• Accessory Dwelling FAQ
• Washoe County Building Program Applications
• NAC 278 Subdivision of Land
• NOV (Notice of Violation) Appeals Process (Land Development)
• Forms & Applications
• Fees
• Northern Nevada Public Health Regulations governing Sewage, Wastewater, and Sanitation
• Northern Nevada Public Health Regulations governing Well Construction
• Guidance for homeowners impacted by wildfire

Engineering Review Requirements

• NDEP - Subdivision Review

Contact the Program

James English, REHS - Subdivisions and Commercial Grading
Environmental Health Specialist Supervisor
jenglish@nnph.org
(775) 900-7239

Latricia Lord, REHS - Septic Systems, Domestic Wells, Water Systems
Senior Environmental Health Specialist
llord@nnph.org
(775) 328-2689

David Kelly, REHS - Parcel Maps, Water Projects, Septic Systems, Domestic Wells, and Water Systems
Environmental Health Specialist Supervisor
dakelly@nnph.org
(775) 846-6623

General email
HealthEHS@nnph.org