260 E Bell Vista Avenue, Pahrump, NV 89060 - Nye County

Half an acre of land for your next home! Build away!

How to Get Water Rights in Nevada

1. Understand Water Rights – Water is publicly owned, and you must apply to use it legally.

2. Claim a Vested Right – File a Proof of Appropriation with a surveyed map if you’ve used water before state laws.

3. Apply for a New Water Right – Submit an Application to Appropriate Water with a surveyed map and wait for approval.

4. Request a Change or Temporary Use – File an application to modify an existing right or get a temporary permit for short-term use.

5. Prove & Finalize Your Water Right – Complete your water system, file Proof of Beneficial Use, and receive a Certificate of Appropriation.

For details, visit water.nv.gov.

Copyright © 2025 Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS®, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.