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  1. Community Development Agency Fee Schedule Change Effective September 1, 2022.

    Community Development Agency Fee Schedule Change Effective September 1, 2022

    Community Development Agency (CDA) fee schedule increase will take effect on September 1, 2022. Learn More
  2. Free Fair Shuttle: Ride Nevada County Connects for Free to the Nevada County Fair. 530-477-0103,ext0

    Nevada County Connects you to FREE transit fares to the FAIR!!

    Nevada County Transit Services is pleased to announce our upcoming Free Fare Days event from Wednesday, August 10th through Sunday, August 14th in conjunction with the County Fair. Learn More
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    Nevada County Awards $415,570 in First Round of Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants

    The Nevada County Board of Supervisors reviewed progress highlights for the Board’s newest objective, Recreation, including recent awards totaling $415,570 in Outdoor Visitor Safety Fund Grants to community organizations. Learn More
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    New Unpermitted Improvement Policy is Here to Help You Get Your New Building Projects Permitted

    Want to ask questions about your property but are worried that you will be opening up a can of worms? Or maybe you want to renovate, but are concerned about that unpermitted shed? The Nevada County Community Development Agency (CDA) is here to help! Learn More
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    Nevada County Connects Offers Free Transit Fares July 15th & 16th to Support Health Clinic

    Ride the bus for free to the California CareForce clinic in Grass Valley on July 15th and 16th! Learn More
  6. NCCA and Nevada County Staff standing at Building Outpost Desk at NCCA.

    2 Additional Ways to Access the Building Department and the Community Development Agency Are Back

    The Community Development Agency (CDA) is bringing back 2 ways to assist you with your permit and application needs: Over the Counter Wednesday and the Building Outpost! Learn More
  7. 2022 Grape Crop Loss - Frozen grape vines.

    Nevada County Requests Cal OES Disaster Declaration for Grape Crop Loss

    Nevada County Agricultural Commissioner Chris de Nijs has requested a USDA disaster declaration through the California Office of Emergency Services for grape growers in Nevada County due to freezing temperatures that affected their crops in mid-April. Learn More
  8. Staff review plans with potential client for Over the Counter Wednesday.

    Over the Counter Wednesday Plan Review Program is Back!

    Have your permit plans reviewed while you wait! The Over-the-Counter Wednesday Plan Review Program is back! Learn more on how to make an appointment to expedite qualified permit reviews. Learn More
  9. CALFIRE Grant for $950,000 presented to Nevada County Board of Supervisors by Public Works.

    Nevada County Board of Supervisors Accepts $950,000 CAL FIRE Grant to Support Wildfire Prevention

    Funds were awarded to carry out wildfire prevention through storm debris removal, stockpile removal, and hazardous tree removal. Learn More
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    National Public Works Week Highlighted Our Ready & Resilient Public Works Crews

    This year’s National Public Works Week theme is Ready and Resilient. Within every Public Works professional lies an unsung hero. Public Works professionals are always READY to serve their communities and RESILIENT as ever in their abilities to assist. Learn More
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    Building Safety Month: Building Codes in Action

    May is Building Safety Month. The International Code Council founded building Safety Month to promote worldwide building safety and help individuals, families, and businesses understand what it takes to create safe and sustainable structures. Learn More
  12. SCMAC Workshop 3 May 4th 6-7:30pm review designs and join the conversation.

    Greater Higgins Area Plan Project: Review Designs and Help Shape the Community May 4th 6-7:30 pm

    In this meeting, learn more about this exciting project, review conceptual design and development options for future growth in the Greater Higgins Plan Area, and interact with other participants to identify development and circulation improvements. Learn More
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    Nevada County Connects Free Transit Fares April 29th & 30th in Celebration of Earth Day

    Come celebrate Earth Day in Nevada City as Nevada County Connects offers free fares on all routes on April 29th and 30th! It’s our gift to the Earth, from you. Learn More
  14. WM Greenwaste May 9 & 16, 2022 9am-3pm at McCourtney Road Transfer Station.

    Waste Management Offers Free Nevada County Greenwaste Events

    Need one or two more FREE Green Waste days? To keep your momentum up Waste Management is offering two more days. Read on for all the details. Learn More
  15. FB Mosquito Fish

    Nevada County Environmental Health to Hold Mosquito Fish Giveaways in May and June

    The Nevada County Environmental Health Department Vector Control Program will be holding Mosquito Fish Giveaways on five Thursday afternoons throughout May and June. Learn More
  16. Hirschdale Block 2022

    Responsible Hirschdale Recreation Access Points Effective 4/8/2022

    Help ensure access to the Hirschdale area by using the parking and access points to the Tahoe Pyramid Trail and Truckee River (effective 4/8/2022). Learn More
  17. Neighbors Giving Each Other a High Five

    Neighbors Helping Neighbors in Cascade Shores

    Nevada County’s Building Director Craig Griesbach shared with me a special experience he had while working to address green waste cleanup needs around the county: “This past month, I met a disabled veteran and his neighbor in Cascade Shores..." Learn More
  18. Hirschdale area with Truckee River

    Hirschdale Recreational Planning Stakeholder Group Final Report

    The Hirschdale Recreational Planning Stakeholder Group Final Report has been issued, along with anticipated timeframes for the report's recommendations. Learn More
  19. Special Public Meeting March 24, 2022 How to Participate  & Provide Comment on the  Idaho-Maryland

    Special Public Meeting before the Planning Commission on March 24, 2022, Beginning at 9:30am

    The Nevada County Planning Commission will hear comments from the public and public agencies on the adequacy of the draft environmental impact report (EIR). Learn More
  20. Nevada County Celebrates Ag Weights and Measure Week

    Nevada County Celebrates Weights and Measures Week, March 1 -7.

    Enjoy frozen yogurt, apples, deli meat, jewelry, propane, or gas? The Nevada County Agriculture Weights and Measure team works to ensure you get accurate market value items. Learn More
  21. SCMAC Workshop 2 Wed. March 2 6-7:30pm to learn more and participate in community meeting.

    Greater Higgins Area Plan Project: Join the Discussion to Help Shape the Community March 2 6-7:30 pm

    Nevada County is developing an exciting plan to help guide future improvements for the Higgins Corner area in the South County region. Join in the community discussion to help shape the community. Learn More
  22. Draft EIR & Notice of Public Meeting to provide comments on the Idaho-Maryland Mine Project

    Revised Notice of Availability - Comment Period Extension and Date Change of Special Meeting

    This notice announces the extension of the public comment period through Monday, April 4, 2022, at 5:00 pm and that the Special Meeting Public Meeting before the Nevada County Planning Commission has been rescheduled to March 24, 2022, at 9:30 am. Learn More
  23. Storm Green Waste Debris

    Nevada County Offers Free Storm Green Waste Disposal

    Nevada County offers free storm-related green waste disposal at 12625 Brunswick Rd, Grass Valley on March 11-13, March 25- 27, and April 8-10 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Learn More
  24. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) can be found at: www.mynevadacounty.com/ceqa

    California Environmental Quality Act

    Want to learn more about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)? Review the CEQA page. Additional Info...
  25. Notice of Availability Draft EIR & Notice of Public Meeting to Provide Comments Idaho-Maryland Mine.

    Notice of Availability of Idaho-Maryland Mine Draft EIR & Public Meeting to Provide Comments

    Notice is hereby given that a 60-day review period has begun to provide interested individuals an opportunity to review & respond to the adequacy of the draft environmental impact report prepared for that project known as the Idaho-Maryland Mine Project. Learn More
  26. Instagram 1.911 Aspect Ratio (Instagram Post)

    River Fire Recovery Continues with Residential Master Plans Available for Property Owners

    The Nevada County Community Development Agency, Office of Emergency Services, Nevada County Contractors’ Association, teamed up with local design professionals to provide preapproved residential master plans for those affected by the River Fire. Learn More
  27. CEQA Training: April 1, 2021 6:30-8pm

    Community Meeting: Introduction to CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act)

    Join Nevada County for an online community meeting introducing CEQA to residents on Thursday, April 1, 2021, 6:30pm to 8:00pm. This meeting aims to guide participants through overarching principles behind CEQA: what triggers it, how to comment, and Q&A. Read on...
  28. Reporting Tree and Drainage Concerns, cloud hovers over broken tree that leans over a roadway.

    Report Down Trees and Drainage Concerns in Unincorporated Nevada County

    With meteorologists forecasting an impactful storm system this Saturday and into next week in Northern California, Nevada County Public Works encourages residents to report their concerns through Nevada County's Service Request Tool. Learn More
  29. Hirschdale area with Truckee River

    Update on Responsible Hirschdale Recreation Access

    The County has formed a Hirschdale stakeholder working group to develop potential solutions that take the interests of everyone involved into consideration. These suggestions will also help inform the creation recreation master plan for Nevada County. Learn More
  30. 2020 AG Crop Report - tomatoes, okra with an &#34I&#39m hot&#34 sign, and oyster mushrooms.

    Nevada County Releases 2020 Agricultural Crop Report

    The Nevada County Agricultural Commissioner presented the 2020 Nevada County Annual Crop & Livestock Report to the Board of Supervisors. This annual report helps gauge the economic health and diversity of the agricultural community here in Nevada County. Learn More
  31. Affordable Housing Master Plans Coming Soon with graphic of small icon cottage house.

    Supervisors Approve Affordable Housing Master Plan Project To Create a Unique Regional Approach

    Nevada County Supervisors unanimously approved a new Affordable Housing Master Plan Project. This project will create affordable housing critical to the region by providing housing master plans for either accessory or primary dwelling units. Learn More
  32. Congratulatons Denise Wey! Art Bus Wrap Winner 2021, bus outline with wrap of poppies and river.

    Nevada County Transit Announces Bus Art Winner!

    For the bus art to truly reflect the community, we asked the community, you, to vote on your favorite designs. We collected results and the winner was selected. Learn More
  33. Code Abatement Video IG

    Nevada County Code Compliance Works With Property Owner to Cleanup Parcel

    With the guidance of Nevada County Code Compliance staff, the property owners better understood the unique challenges they faced and were connected to resources that assisted them in carrying out this large-scale cleanup project. Learn More
  34. Grant Funding Available Proposal Due November 30, image of wildlife with a tree in a circle.

    Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission Grant Program Now Open

    The Nevada County Fish and Wildlife Commission is now soliciting grant proposals for the Fiscal Year 2022/2023. Projects that protect, conserve, propagate, and/or preserve fish and wildlife resources in the County are encouraged to apply. Read on...
  35. SCMAC Workshop 1

    Greater Higgins Area Plan Project And Workshop 1 Announcement

    Nevada County is kicking off an exciting project to help guide future development and amenities in the Higgins Corner and Lake of the Pines area in the South County region. Read on...
  36. Code Compliance Staff group photo with masks on outside the Rood Center.

    Code Officer Appreciation Week in Nevada County

    This week, October 3rd through the 9th, 2021, people across California are joining together to recognize code professionals and their vital role in promoting the health and safety of the public and environment. Read on...
  37. Good to Grow, Nevada County Cannabis Compliance, group shot with members of cannabis organizations.

    California Department of Cannabis Control Tours Nevada County

    Read on...
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    Cannabis Compliance Division Welcomes Community Questions and Concerns

    Cannabis Compliance Division works in partnership with the community to permit and maintain a safe, legal, environmentally responsible, and thriving cannabis industry. Residents are encouraged to connect regarding all questions or concerns about cannabis. Read on...
  39. River Fire Recovery

    River Fire Recovery Resources

    Was your property lost or damaged in the River Fire? Find information on next steps at our River Fire Recovery website. Read on...
  40. Staff member on site of burnt property for hazardous debris clean up, Phase I of River Fire.

    Environmental Health Department Finishes Phase I for the River Fire

    The Nevada County Environmental Health Department and the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) have spent the last couple of weeks working tirelessly to remove hazardous waste from the 94 properties affected by the River Fire in Nevada County. Read on...
  41. A before and after shot of the new maple hardwood floor at the Grass Valley Vet&#39s Hall.

    Nevada County Veterans Memorial Building in Grass Valley Receives New Floor

    The Veterans Memorial Building in Grass Valley received a long-overdue renovation of its maple flooring. While renovations occurred in 2008, the new flooring compliments the space that serves so many purposes in our community. Read on...
  42. Nevada County Connects and Now Return to Normal Hours with the full fleet of buses lined up.

    Nevada County Connects and Nevada County Now Return to Normal Service Hours

    Effective Monday, August 16th, 2021, Nevada County Connects (fixed-route bus service) and Nevada County Now (ADA & Senior On-Demand Paratransit services) return to normal service hours. Services will resume normal operating hours for weekday service. Read on...
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