Commission denies waiver request to keep accessory structure 2 feet from property line

May 13, 2026

The Pahrump Regional Planning Commission denied Waiver 26‑9, which sought to waive the minimum 5‑foot side setback for an existing accessory structure at 1700 East Santovito Street; commissioners cited precedent and safety concerns and noted options for the applicant, including parcel consolidation or removing the structure if sold.

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The Pahrump Regional Planning Commission on May 13 voted to deny Waiver 26‑9, a request to waive the minimum accessory side setback so an existing shed could remain roughly 2 feet from a property line where 5 feet is required. The item drew questions from commissioners about whether the waiver’s special conditions could legally extend to an adjacent parcel that the owner also holds.

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