Last updated: June 7, 2006
Electrical Codes
The NEC is adopted on local levels, although the NV State Board does require that the “most current NEC, as adopted by the county, be used”.
The State of Nevada does not adopt or enforce electrical installation codes or rules. It is incumbent upon each municipality, either a county or city, to implement an electrical enforcement program. The cities of Reno, Sparks and Carson City in West-Central Nevada are poised to adopt the 2005 National Electrical Code® on July 1, 2006. Washoe County, where these cities are located, has already adopted the latest version of the NEC®. It is anticipated that the cities, working together for consistency in adoption and enforcement, will adopt the electrical code without local amendments to the technical provisions. The other large metropolitan area in Nevada, Clark County/Las Vegas and the surrounding communities, have already adopted the 2005 NEC®. With the July 1 implementation, virtually all of the major population centers in Nevada will be using the same version of the NEC®.
Licensing: Electrical Inspectors/Services
No statewide electrical inspection. Some local jurisdictions conduct electrical inspections.
Licensing: Contractors
Nevada State Contractors Board
9670 Gateway Drive, Ste 100
Reno, NV 89521
(775) 688-1141
Fax (775) 688-1271
http://www.nvcontractorsboard.com/
Licensing requirements:
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| Contractors must be licensed by the State Contractors Board upon passing an examination. |
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| Requirements: |
Minimum of 4 years of experience required as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor in the requested classification.
Must pass an examination
A license bond is required for each new license. The Board establishes the bond requirement based on the type of license, monetary limit, financial responsibility and experience: Minimum amount is $1,000—Maximum amount is $500,000 |
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| Fees: |
Application fee: $300
License fee: $300
Residential Recovery Fund Fees: $50 - $250 (residential contractors only)
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| Renewal: |
Annually on the anniversary month; Renewal fee: $300 |
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CE Requirements
n/a
Reciprocates
None
State Websites
Here is a list of governmental websites to find the latest licensing and code information.
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