Commission approves conditional use for Nevada Sundance Ranch, citing therapeutic benefits

May 13, 2026

Nye County planning commissioners approved CU 26‑15 for Nevada Sundance Ranch, a nonprofit that provides equine‑assisted activities including therapeutic riding and scheduled lessons; the commission noted the facility operates by appointment, is volunteer‑run, and staff will monitor compliance with code violations that led to a prior cease‑and‑desist.

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The commission approved a conditional use permit for Nevada Sundance Ranch, a small nonprofit equestrian facility that provides lessons, therapeutic riding opportunities and guided trail rides. Staff recommended approval with conditions and acknowledged an open code case (CC 26 135) that resulted in a cease‑and‑desist on March 17, 2026; the applicant said they have submitted violation fees and are working toward compliance.

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