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Verify locally. This page reflects publicly available information as of May 2025. Always confirm requirements with your local building department.
25 ft
Open fire setback
Required
Masonry permits
Nov–Feb
Curtailment season
CCAQMD
Air quality authority

Overview

Henderson is Clark County's second-largest city and shares the same CCAQMD wood-burning curtailment rules as Las Vegas. Henderson has extremely high HOA density — most of its residential development is in master-planned communities. Propane and natural gas fire features are the overwhelmingly dominant choice.

Building Permits

City of Henderson Building and Safety — 702-267-3500, cityofhenderson.com/building. Henderson has a well-organized online permit portal. Permanent features require permits. Gas work requires a licensed contractor.

CCAQMD Curtailment

Check cleanairforce.com for curtailment days November through February. All wood-burning in Clark County (including Henderson) is prohibited on declared curtailment days. Gas fire features are not restricted.

Department Contacts

DepartmentContactPurpose
Henderson Building and Safetycityofhenderson.com/building / 702-267-3500Building permits
CCAQMDcleanairforce.com / 702-368-1664Curtailment days
Disclaimer: This page is for general informational purposes only. Always verify with local authorities before constructing or operating any fire feature.