Nevada § 268.003 - “Matter of local concern” defined
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 268.003 — “Matter of local concern” defined, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 268.003. “Matter of local concern” defined
1. “ Matter of local concern ” means any matter that: (a) Primarily affects or impacts areas located in the incorporated city, or persons
who reside, work, visit or are otherwise present in areas located in the city, and
does not have a significant effect or impact on areas located in other cities or counties; (b) Is not within the exclusive jurisdiction of another governmental entity; and (c) Does not concern: (1) A state interest that requires statewide uniformity of regulation; (2) The regulation of business activities that are subject to substantial regulation
by a federal or state agency; or (3) Any other federal or state interest that is committed by the Constitution, statutes
or regulations of the United States or this State to federal or state regulation that
preempts local regulation. 2. The term includes, without limitation, any of the following matters of local concern: (a) Public health, safety and welfare in the city. (b) Planning, zoning, development and redevelopment in the city. (c) Nuisances and graffiti in the city. (d) Outdoor assemblies in the city. (e) Contracts and purchasing by city government. (f) Operation, management and control of city jails and prisoners by city government. (g) Any public property, buildings, lands, utilities and other public works owned,
leased, operated, managed or controlled by city government, including, without limitation: (1) Roads, highways and bridges. (2) Parks, recreational centers, cultural centers, libraries and museums. 3. The provisions of subsection 2: (a) Are intended to be illustrative; (b) Are not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive; and (c) Must not be interpreted as either limiting or expanding the meaning of the term
“ matter of local concern ” as provided in subsection 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 268.003
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 268.003 cover?
Section 268.003 ("“Matter of local concern” defined") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 268.003?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 268.003" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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How does Nevada § 268.003 apply to my situation?
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