Nevada § 274.140 - Exceptions to exemptions from regulations or ordinances

Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 274.140 — Exceptions to exemptions from regulations or ordinances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 274.140. Exceptions to exemptions from regulations or ordinances

1. The provisions of NRS 274.110 , 274.120 and subsection 1 of NRS 274.130 do not apply to regulations adopted pursuant to any statute whose purpose is the

protection of the environment, the preservation of historic places and landmarks,

or the protection of persons against discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,

sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin

or handicap. 2. No exemption, modification or alternative to any regulation adopted under NRS 274.110 , 274.120 or 274.130 is effective which: (a) Presents a significant risk to the health or safety of persons resident in or

employed within a specially benefited zone; (b) Conflicts with federal law or regulations such that the State, or any local government

or any area of the State other than specially benefited zones, or any business located

outside of a specially benefited zone would be disqualified from a federal program

or from federal tax benefits or other benefits; (c) Suspends or modifies a regulation specifically required by law; or (d) Eliminates or reduces benefits to persons who are residents of or employed within

a zone.

Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 274.140

What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 274.140 cover?

Section 274.140 ("Exceptions to exemptions from regulations or ordinances") 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.

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