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Failed a health inspection in Clark County, Nevada?

Clark County restaurants get 14–30 days after a B or C grade; C grade triggers a mandatory follow-up to correct violations. Every open violation at re-inspection costs you points or closes the restaurant. Here is everything you need to know, and how to fix it fast.

Clark County at a glance

Southern Nevada Health District — Environmental Health Division
Grading systemLetter grade A/B/C — A = 0–9 demerits, B = 10–19, C = 20+; grade card must be posted at entrance
Re-inspection window14–30 days after a B or C grade; C grade triggers a mandatory follow-up
Re-inspection fee$150–$425 per re-inspection
Closure riskImmediate closure for imminent health hazard or a C grade not corrected; closure notice posted on door and SNHD website

Violation tiers and deadlines

P
Priority (P): Priority violations must be corrected before the next meal service or within 24 hours
Food safety hazards that directly cause illness, including foodborne disease risk, bare-hand contact, and temperature abuse.
PF
Priority Foundation (PF): 14 days for Priority Foundation violations
Procedures and practices that support food safety, including certifications, cooling logs, labeling, and training.
C
Core (C): 90 days for Core violations
Facility and equipment standards, including maintenance, cleaning schedules, and physical condition of the space.

Deadlines are typical for Clark County. Always verify with Southern Nevada Health District — Environmental Health Division.

Most common violations in Clark County

WHAT THE INSPECTOR CHECKS
01Food held at unsafe temperatures — hot hold below 135°F or cold hold above 41°F
02No certified food protection manager on duty
03Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat foods
04Cockroach or rodent evidence in food prep or storage areas
05Improper cooling of cooked foods (above 70°F at 2-hour mark)
06Handwashing sink blocked, lacking soap, or lacking paper towels

What happens at the re-inspection

The inspector returns to recheck every violation from the original report. They will verify that corrective actions were actually taken, not just that the symptom was temporarily fixed.

For Priority violations this means documented evidence: temperature logs showing proper cold-hold since the original inspection, signed employee illness agreements, corrected food handling observed on-site. A corrected temperature reading alone is not enough if the underlying practice has not changed.

Inspectors may also flag new violations they observe during the re-inspection visit. A re-inspection is not limited to the original violation list.

COMMON MISTAKE

Correcting the condition without documenting it. Bring written proof to every re-inspection, even for violations that seem obvious to verify.

Questions about re-inspections in Clark County

How long do I have to fix violations in Clark County?+

Priority violations must be corrected Priority violations must be corrected before the next meal service or within 24 hours. Priority Foundation violations are due 14 days for Priority Foundation violations. Core violations have 90 days for Core violations. Always confirm the exact deadline with Southern Nevada Health District — Environmental Health Division.

What happens if I fail the re-inspection?+

Clark County may issue additional fines, schedule a second re-inspection, or, for serious ongoing violations, suspend your operating permit. Restaurants with scores indicating an imminent health hazard risk immediate closure.

What is the re-inspection fee in Clark County?+

Re-inspection fees in Clark County are typically $150–$425 per re-inspection. Fees vary by violation count and may increase for repeat failures. Verify current fees with Southern Nevada Health District — Environmental Health Division.

What documents should I have ready for the re-inspection?+

Bring your Corrective Action Plan showing what was fixed and when, staff training sign-off sheets, temperature logs covering the period since the original inspection, and any invoices for equipment repairs or pest control.

Do I have to close while I fix violations?+

Immediate closure for imminent health hazard or a C grade not corrected; closure notice posted on door and SNHD website. For violations that do not trigger an immediate closure, you can typically continue operating while corrections are made, but all Priority violations must be corrected by the deadline or you risk closure at re-inspection.

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This document is for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and does not guarantee a passing re-inspection score. Deadlines and fees are based on publicly available jurisdiction data and may change. Always verify requirements directly with Southern Nevada Health District — Environmental Health Division.

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