Nevada § 278.462 - Requirements which may be imposed by governing body
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 278.462 — Requirements which may be imposed by governing body, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 278.462. Requirements which may be imposed by governing body
The governing body or, if authorized by the governing body, the planning commission
or other authorized person: 1. May require street grading, drainage provisions and lot designs as are reasonably
necessary. 2. If it anticipates, based upon duly adopted ordinances and plans, that the parcels
will be used for residential, commercial or industrial purposes, may require off-site
access, street alignment, surfacing and width, water quality, water supply and sewerage
provisions only as necessary and consistent with the existing use of any land zoned
for similar use which is within 660 feet of the proposed parcel. If the proposed parcels are less than 1 acre, the governing body or, if authorized
by the governing body, the planning commission or other authorized person may require
additional improvements which are reasonably necessary and consistent with the use
of the land if it is developed as proposed. 3. For a second or subsequent parcel map with respect to: (a) A single parcel; or (b) A contiguous tract of land under the same ownership, may require any reasonable improvement, but not more than would be required if the
parcel were a subdivision.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 278.462
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 278.462 cover?
Section 278.462 ("Requirements which may be imposed by governing body") 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 § 278.462?
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