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  • Bighorn Sheep Habitat
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For questions, please contact the Planning and Building Division at 775.328.6100 or planning@washoecounty.us.

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  • Washoe County Community Development Public Workshop (via Zoom) on March 10, 2021 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm

    Washoe County is seeking public input on proposed amendments to Washoe County Code Chapter 110 (Development Code), Article 916 Establishment of Committees and Article 606 Parcel Maps

  • Washoe County Library System Launches Expanded Hours and Automated Materials Handling

    Effective Monday, March 1, 2021. Book drop availability will be impacted the week of March 1.

  • Washoe County Library System Adds New Hours and Locations for Hold Pickup.

    Expanded Services effective Monday, February 8, 2021.

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