Building

Effective March 13, 2026, at 4pm, Douglas County Community Development will no longer accept online applications via Accela ACA.  

Please hold any non-emergency submittals until March 23, 2026.

On March 23, 2026, we will begin accepting applications in a new online permitting software program, Oracle Permitting and Licensing (OPAL).

At that time, you will need to register for an account prior to submitting in OPAL.
Douglas County customers will be able to view previously submitted applications in Accela ACA until June 30, 2026.

To prepare for this process, our Front Counter will be closed March 19, 20 & 23, 2026.

Please email [email protected] with any questions.

What We Do

The Building Division provides building plan check and inspections in a friendly, fast, and efficient manner to ensure construction meets all applicable codes.

To request public records such as plans to existing homes, please submit a Public Records Request.

To schedule a building inspection, please download the inspection request app or email [email protected].All inspections called in prior to 3:30 pm will be scheduled for the next day upon availability. 

Public Counter Hours

Effective May 12, 2025, our public counter hours will be Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. You must sign in on the Ipad in the lobby of the Minden Inn.

Contact Information

Email the Building Department or call Community Development (775) 782-6200, option 1.

Make an Appointment

Appointments are now available and encouraged. Schedule an appointment online to visit the public counter.