Municipal ordinances such as zoning laws are laws enacted by municipal governments on matters the state allows to be regulated at the local level—such as whether a building or tract of land can be used for residential purposes, commercial purposes, or both—as well as the permitted height of buildings; building setbacks (from streets); the permitted number of bedrooms; and the required parking spaces.

Municipal ordinances have the same force and effect within a municipality’s limits as a state statute does. If you plan to buy a lot to build a new home or buy, rent, build, or work out of a physical property for your business, make sure your intended use conforms to local zoning requirements.

Neighborhoods are generally zoned for either commercial or residential use. Zoning ordinances can restrict or ban specific kinds of businesses (bars, adult entertainment) from operating in an area.

You may have fewer zoning restrictions if you base your business out of your home, but zoning ordinances can still apply to home-based businesses.

In Nevada, municipal ordinances, including zoning laws, are established by local governments such as cities and counties. These ordinances dictate the use of land and buildings within the municipality's jurisdiction, aligning with the authority granted by the state. Zoning laws regulate aspects such as the type of buildings (residential, commercial, or mixed-use), building heights, setbacks from streets, number of bedrooms, and parking requirements. They ensure that the intended use of a property is consistent with the designated zone, whether it's for building a new home or operating a business. Certain types of businesses, like bars or adult entertainment venues, may be restricted or prohibited in specific zones. While home-based businesses might face fewer zoning constraints, they are still subject to local zoning ordinances. It's crucial for anyone looking to purchase, rent, or develop property for residential or commercial purposes to verify that their intended use complies with the local zoning regulations to avoid legal issues.