Washoe County OKs Iveson Ranch drone and energetics testing with strict limits after agreement with Burning Man
Jan 13, 2026
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously affirmed the Planning Commission and approved a hazardous-materials special use permit for Iveson Ranch, adding negotiated limits on energetic testing (12-pound cap per test, frequency caps and Sunday-flight limits) after applicant and Burning Man reached agreement.
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Washoe County commissioners on Jan. 13 unanimously affirmed the Planning Commission’s approval of a special-use permit for Iveson Ranch, allowing drone research, outdoor storage and controlled explosives testing on the 320‑acre site north of Gerlach.
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