Las Vegas adopts the 2018 International Building Code with Nevada amendments. The City of Las Vegas Development Services manages permits with typical timelines of 2-6 weeks. The city has a population of approximately 609,321 and covers 136 square miles. Las Vegas is in Seismic Design Category A with minimal seismic requirements. The city processes a large volume of permits due to constant development and resort expansion. Notable requirements include pool safety, energy efficiency, and water conservation (critical in desert environment). Permit fees range from 0.4-0.8% of construction value depending on project type. The city offers expedited processing for major resort projects and has streamlined procedures for high-volume commercial development.