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Declaration of Homestead is a document that when recorded, offers certain protections from involuntary liens.  Additional information

Once the document number is found (see Browse Records for instructions), you can either request a copy on-line, call us at 775-463-6581, or come to our office. Advance payment is required. We accept VISA and MasterCard.

A Declaration of Value form is used with any document that transfers interest in real property whether transfer tax is due or an exemption is claimed. This form usually accompanies certain documents; for example, any type of Deed, Contracts of Sale and some Court Orders. The Declaration of Value form enables the Recorder’s Office to effectively collect transfer tax.

Whenever title is conveyed on Real property a Declaration of Value form must be completed in order to determine whether or not transfer tax is due.  Additional information

The Assessor's identification number for a specific property.  Additional information

This information can be found on the Assessor's webpage. You can contact them at 775-463-6520.

Certified copies of Death Certificates are obtained through the Department of Vital Statistics in the state where the death occured.

In order to see if there are any liens against your property, you will need to do a document search.

Please refer to our Family Handbook or Family Handbook (Spanish) to see if it answers your questions. If not, please contact your local Juvenile Probation office listed in the handbook.

Please complete the work permit form and bring it, with identification, to the Juvenile Probation Office nearest you. Please note that work permits are only for Nevada employment, and are not valid until signed by an Officer of the Lyon County Juvenile Probation Department.

Please review this video and contact our Human Resources department at (775) 463-6510.

Please click on the permission form link. Complete and return the form to the Juvenile Probation Officer that invited your child.

Any person with proper identification and verification of their address may fill out an application for a library card. A valid card is necessary to borrow library materials.

Refer to our quick links with local library branch information.

Yes. We have computers for patron use and wi-fi available at all branches.

Templates are available online and through Microsoft Word. Library staff will be glad to help you choose one.

The Lyon County Treasurer collects taxes based on the tax bills sent out each July. Questions regarding taxes paid or amounts due should be directed to that office at (775) 463-6501.

Complete applications may be submitted online through our Citizens Portal or in person at the Yerington office  In either case a plan review non-refundable deposit is required with the application so It is suggested you call first.

Single-Family Residential or Buildings Constructed Under the International Residential Code (IRC) - One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, playhouse, or similar uses that do not include electrical, mechanical or plumbing and do not exceed 200 square feet of floor area do not require a building permit. If any electrical, mechanical or plumbing work is included within the detached accessory structure or if the floor area exceeds 200 square feet, an appropriate permit is required. Other Buildings or Buildings Constructed Under the International Building Code  

Fences six feet or less in height do not require a building permit. In Lyon County residential fences are limited to a maximum six feet in height in side and rear yards. Fences in front yard areas may not exceed 3 feet in height. Fences within 25 feet of an intersection are limited to 2 feet in height.

Please be advised that per IRC R105.5, any permit issued shall become invalid if the authorized work is not started within 180 days of issuance, or if the work is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after work has commenced.

The Building Official is authorized to grant, in writing, up to one or more extensions of time, each not exceeding 180 days. Requests for extensions must be made in writing and include justifiable cause.

The board-approved fee schedule is as follows:

1. Permit Extension Fee (applicable if the permit has not expired more than 15 days) – $80.00

2. Fee to reauthorize an expired permit (less than 12 months) – 50% of the original building permit fee

Each building permit requires different supporting documents. It is recommended to contact the Building Department for specific requirements. Please note that all properties within the Central Lyon Fire District must obtain approval from the Fire District prior to submitting a permit application to the Lyon County Building Department.

See www.nvenergy.com/services/business/new_construction which is a web page providing a wealth of information including answers to numerous frequently asked questions regarding this subject. (For information regarding natural gas service in Lyon County visit www.southwestgas.com.) It's important to note power will not be approved on vacant parcels. 

Manufactured Homes may be used as single-family dwellings in most residential zoning districts as long as the home is not more than 6 years old at the time it is moved and if the home is certified under the National Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974.   

A Manufactured Home can be installed as a residence providing there are no deed restrictions or Covenants Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs) that prohibit its placement.  Only one (1) Manufactured residence is allowed per parcel, regardless of the parcel size. 

Manufactured Homes require a minimum size of 1,200 sq. ft. and must consist of more than one section for placement within Lyon County.  An Administrative Variance (Minor) may be issued concurrently with submittal for a Building Permit, based on lot size/configuration or sq. ft. of other single family residential dwellings within the immediate vicinity that are also smaller than 1200 sq. ft. (NRS 278.02095(2)(a)(5)).  

A Manufactured Home can only be occupied as a residence.  It cannot be permitted as a “guest house”, office or storage building, etc.  A MH can be permitted to serve as a Watchman’s Quarters in an industrial zone (only), Farm Labor Housing or as a temporary residence for Hardship Exceptions, all of which require an administrative variance through the Planning Department. 

Lyon County Code 15.351.04 (A)(6) stipulates that a manufactured home designated as a single-family residence must have a complete, poured-in-place perimeter foundation similar to those used for standard single-family homes, featuring a crawl space below, or an equivalent foundation approved by the building official. The foundation design must be performed by a registered Professional Engineer licensed in the state of Nevada. Additionally, the foundation must be engineered to meet or exceed applicable snow, wind, and seismic load requirements, and must account for the specific soil conditions at the site.

Additions may be permitted by Lyon County as long as they do not use the Manufactured Home for any structural support, interfere with required egress including bedroom windows or in any way alter the structure of the Manufactured Home. Otherwise the plans must first be approved by the State of Nevada Manufactured Home Division (see www.mhd.state.nv.us) prior to applying for a county building permit. Non-permitted additions or modifications to a Manufactured Home can impair future financing and sales of the residence.

A permit from the Building Dept. must be obtained to convert a Manufactured Home to real property. Basically the Manufactured Home must be lawfully installed on and affixed (tied down to footings, etc) to the property with tongues and axles removed as verified by an inspector. The permit application and County staff will provide a complete explanation of the process (as well as the exceptions).

NRS 489.251 prohibits connecting or activating utility systems to a Manufactured Home prior to receiving an inspection from the Manufactured Home Division state inspector. The State inspector needs to issue a TUA before the County Inspector will approve the power.

The building codes adopted by Lyon County state that no building or structure shall be used or occupied until the building official has issued a certificate of occupancy. For residential permits the inspector’s report and signed inspection record card indicating final approval serve as the certificate of occupancy. Commercial projects require a signed Certificate signed by the building official that indicates the permitted occupancy classification of the facility. The building inspector has some discretion, but generally all work covered under the permit must be completed in order to receive approval to occupy. A "Temporary C of O" may be issued under certain circumstances. A written request providing the length of time and explaining the reason behind the need for a Temporary C of O along with the $500.00 application fee must be submitted to the Building Official for consideration. Once a permit is “signed off” it is closed and no further inspections are authorized. Any change in occupancy classification requires an additional permit and subsequent C of O.

Attempt to identify the cause of the problem with the aid of a licensed contractor as necessary. Clearing a clogged fixture or pipe or pumping the septic tank may resolve the problem. If the leach field has become saturated and is no longer working evidenced by “gray water” on the ground, immediate action is necessary for health reasons. Septic systems are regulated by state agencies, NV Health for residential and NDEP for commercial. When a residential leach field fails a replacement field must be constructed, inspected and approved under a county permit. See our information web pages and contact the Building Dept. for assistance.