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Camping and Recreational Vehicle Parks


All sanitation facilities for camping spaces in Nevada which are constructed, reconstructed or extensively altered after November 21, 1970, must conform to the requirements in Nevada Administrative Code, Chapter 444.

    Environmental Health Section does NOT permit or inspect Mobile Home Parks

    For information or assistance with Mobile Home Parks please contact the Manufactured Housing Division at (775)684-2940

      General Information

      “Camping space” means a plainly marked plot of ground designated for:

      • The occupation of a camping vehicle or other vehicle;
      • The erection of a tent or shelter;
      • The parking of a camping vehicle or other vehicle; or
      • The arrangement of bedding.

      “Camping vehicle” means a travel trailer (whose overall length does not exceed 32 feet and whose body width does not exceed 8 feet), a pickup camper or similar vehicular dwelling used for travel, vacation or recreational purposes; occupied in any one place for 30 days or less.

        Those facilities in operation on November 21, 1970, must obtain a permit. All sanitary requirements must be followed, but the health authority may waive deficiencies in existing structures. After November 21, 1970, construction or major alterations must comply fully with NAC 444.5461 to 444.54675, inclusive, regarding construction or alteration.

          Application, Required Information

          Amy person providing camping spaces must notify the health authority at least 30 days before their intended use and must furnish the following information:

          • Name and addresses of owners and operators
          • Plot plan:
            • Locations of Camp sites, with drainage indicated
            • Number and location of spaces
            • water service availability, source documentation
            • sewage system and sanitation facilities, dump sites
            • restrooms and showers
            • laundry areas
            • storage, collection and refuse locations
            • open fire pits or fire enclosure locations
          • Documentation for vermin control measures