Do I need a permit for screen enclosure or pool cage in Unincorporated Storey County?
Most likely yes. Screen enclosure or pool cage usually requires a permit in Nevada. Confirm the specifics with Unincorporated Storey County.
Nevada has no statewide list of work exempt from permit; whether this project needs a permit depends on the building code your city or county adopted under NRS 278.580. A roofed enclosure attached to the house is structural work that local codes usually regulate. Nevada requires every local building code to include the seismic provisions of the International Building Code and standards for investigating seismic hazards (NRS 278.580(6)).
Documents you may need
- Building permit application for the city or county that has jurisdictionLikely required
- Site plan showing the structure, property lines, and setbacksLikely required
- Construction drawings or manufacturer engineeringLikely required
- Nevada State Contractors Board license number of the contractor, or an Owner-Builder Affidavit of ExemptionSometimes required
Possible inspections
- Footing or post inspection
- Framing inspection where required
- Final inspection
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for screen enclosure or pool cage in Unincorporated Storey County?
- Most likely yes. Screen enclosure or pool cage usually requires a permit in Nevada. Confirm the specifics with Unincorporated Storey County. The documents and inspections sections on this page list what the building department typically asks for.
- Who issues the permit in Unincorporated Storey County?
- The local building department for Unincorporated Storey County handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
- How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
- Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.
PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.