Boulder City
- Licenses & Fees

Through the Utility Office, the City of Boulder City issues various types of licenses and permits, including business, liquor and animal licenses, and garage sale permits. All of these licenses are issued by the Utility Office. The Utility Office provides information relating to business licenses, liquor licenses, animal licenses and garage sale permits. Check out frequently asked questions.  Feel free to contact us.

To contact the Utility Office for Business License information, please call 702-293-9219 directly. To send a fax to the Utility Office, use 702-293-9411. If you have other questions, you are able to contact the Utility Office by using the contact form above.

Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. What do I need to start a business in Boulder City?
A. Contact the Utility Office at (702) 293-9219 for specific requirements. Generally speaking, most licenses fall under 2 categories: (1) Resident License, which is a business whose principal place of operation is located in Boulder City, and (2) Non-Resident License, which is a business whose principal place of operation is located outside Boulder City. In each instance, a properly completed business license application, fire, police and zoning inspections, registration with Department of Taxation, a Clark County health permit (when food is involved) and a copy of the Affirmation of Compliance from the State of Nevada Division of Industrial Insurance is required.

Q. Can I operate my business from my home?
A. Any business wishing to use their home for their place of business must first apply for a "Home Occupation Permit" through the Community Development Department. Certain criteria must be met before receiving approval. After receipt of the Home Occupation Permit, a business license may be issued.

Q. My club wants to hold a fund raiser. Do we need a license?
A. Raffles and other similar fund raisers are considered gambling. A special permit for these types of activities may be issued to no-profit organizations. The Boulder city Licensing Board must approve all gaming permits. You can obtain the application from the Utility Office. Proof of non-profit status is required.

Q. Do I need a license for a garage sale?
A. Yes. Garage Sale Permits can be obtained through the Utility Office at no charge.

Q. Does my pet need a license?
A. All dogs, cats and pot-bellied pigs are required to have an animal license. Proof of rabies vaccination must be furnished at the time the license is requested. Licenses may be obtained at the Utility Office or Boulder City Animal Control Office. Licenses are due January 1st of each year and become delinquent February 1st of each year.

Q. Can I sell liquor and have gaming in my business in Boulder City?
A. Gaming is prohibited in Boulder City. Liquor licenses are subject to approval of the Boulder City Liquor Board and are issued for a period of 1 year.