Overview

• Short‑term rentals are allowed in Fallon, Nevada. No city‑specific prohibition or STR licensing/permit requirement is present in the provided materials.
• Because no local STR rules are provided for the City of Fallon, investors should rely on state‑level Nevada regulations for short‑term rentals and the county’s general property tax framework.

How to start a short‑term rental business in this market

1. Verify zoning suitability and property rights

• Confirm your property’s current zoning and whether transient rentals are a permitted or compatible use under Churchill County’s land‑use rules (the county FAQ references Land Use, Zoning & Land Development as a category for inquiries). Source: Churchill County FAQ — categories (see “Land Use, Zoning & Land Development”). www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
• If zoning questions arise, contact the Planning Department via Churchill County’s main contact line.

2. Establish tax compliance for Churchill County

• Owner‑occupied primary residences qualify for a 3% property tax cap on annual increases.
• Rental units may qualify for the 3% cap if all units on the parcel are rented at or below the HUD Fair Market Rent for Churchill County (less utilities). If any unit rents above HUD rates, the portion of property value attributed to that unit is capped at 8%. Source: Churchill County FAQ — Tax Abatement answers. www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
• You should report rental rates as instructed by the Assessor’s Office to determine the appropriate cap. Source: Churchill County FAQ — “How do I qualify for a 3% tax cap for rental property?” www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
• HUD Fair Market Rents for Churchill County are posted annually by the Nevada Department of Taxation (April/May). Source: Churchill County FAQ — HUD Median Market Rents reference. www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177

3. Follow Nevada state‑level short‑term rental rules

• The Nevada Legislature has produced a Short‑Term Rentals PDF that outlines state requirements for STRs. Consult this document for statewide obligations (e.g., licensing/registration and taxes) that apply to your STR. Source: Nevada Legislature — Short‑Term Rentals PDF. www.leg.state.nv.us/Division/Research/Documents/ShortTermRentals.pdf

4. Operate and document

• Maintain records of nightly rates and rents to substantiate tax cap reporting (for Churchill County) and any state filings.
• Ensure compliance with safety, occupancy, and local building/life‑safety codes applicable to your property type. Coordinate with county departments as needed.

Required documents, permits, licenses, and guidelines

• Churchill County documentation

  • Owner‑occupancy postcard (mailed to new owners) and rental questionnaire (if you indicate rental property) to establish your tax cap status. Source: Churchill County FAQ — “Why did I receive an owner occupancy card?” www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
  • HUD Fair Market Rents table (for Churchill County) to confirm rent thresholds for the 3% cap; referenced annually. Source: Churchill County FAQ — HUD Median Market Rents reference. www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177

• Nevada state requirements

  • Review the Short‑Term Rentals PDF for licensing/registration and tax obligations. Source: Nevada Legislature — Short‑Term Rentals PDF. www.leg.state.nv.us/Division/Research/Documents/ShortTermRentals.pdf

• Zoning and code compliance

  • Confirm STR uses under Churchill County zoning and any building/life‑safety requirements. Source: Churchill County FAQ — categories (Land Use, Zoning & Land Development; Building Department; Code Enforcement). www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177

Specific regulations (city, county, and state)

• City of Fallon: No specific short‑term rental regulations are provided in the materials. Treat STRs as permissible unless zoning or deed restrictions prohibit rental activity.
• Churchill County (property tax and general framework)
  • 3% tax cap for owner‑occupied primary residences.
  • 3% tax cap for rental properties when every unit rents at or below HUD FMR (less utilities); otherwise, the rental portion is capped at 8% and proportions are calculated between the residence and rental portions. Source: Churchill County FAQ — Tax Abatement. www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
• Nevada State
  • Short‑term rentals are governed by statewide rules in the Nevada Legislature’s Short‑Term Rentals PDF (e.g., licensing/registration and tax collection obligations). Source: Nevada Legislature — Short‑Term Rentals PDF. www.leg.state.nv.us/Division/Research/Documents/ShortTermRentals.pdf

Contacts

• Churchill County Administration
  • Address: 155 N. Taylor Street, Suite 153, Fallon, NV 89406
  • Phone: (775) 423‑2266
  • Hours: Weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Notes: General inquiries; zoning/building and tax questions can be directed to relevant departments through this main line. Source: Churchill County — Contact Us. www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177

Links to source pages

• Churchill County FAQ (Tax Abatement, owner‑occupancy card, rental questionnaire, HUD FMR reference). www.churchillcounty.org/FAQ.aspx?QID=177
• Nevada Legislature — Short‑Term Rentals PDF. www.leg.state.nv.us/Division/Research/Documents/ShortTermRentals.pdf

Note on available information

• No city‑specific STR rules were provided for Fallon. Investors should use the state STR guidance and coordinate with Churchill County zoning, building, and tax officials to confirm any property‑specific requirements.