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Clark County Bans Street Vendors Near Resorts, High-Capacity Venues

Clark County commissioners unanimously approve an ordinance prohibiting street vendors within 1,500 feet of major resorts and venues.

In a decisive move to regulate street vending in high-traffic areas, the Clark County Commission unanimously passed an ordinance on October 3, 2023, banning street vendors from operating within 1,500 feet of resort hotels, event facilities with capacities exceeding 20,000, and convention centers. This ordinance, effective immediately, aims to enhance public safety and maintain the aesthetic appeal of the Las Vegas Strip and surrounding areas. Commissioner Marilyn Kirkpatrick emphasized the necessity of the ordinance, stating, "I can’t wait to start enforcement, because unfortunately there’s more than 10 [street vendors] there any given night. I don’t think that was the intent for the Las Vegas sign." The decision follows the enactment of Senate Bill 92, which mandates that cities and counties establish ordinances regulating sidewalk vending near major attractions. While the state law requires local governments to create licensing processes for street vendors, it also allows them to impose additional restrictions. Clark County's ordinance is among the first to implement such measures, setting a precedent for other jurisdictions. The ordinance specifies that vendors are prohibited from selling within 1,500 feet of: - Resort hotels - Event facilities with a capacity of 20,000 or more - Convention centers operated by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority - Medians or highways adjacent to parking lots, such as the area around the "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign Violators of the ordinance face misdemeanor charges, fines up to $500, or up to six months of jail time. Enforcement will be a collaborative effort among the Clark County Business License Department, the Southern Nevada Health District, and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The ordinance's passage has sparked discussions among local vendors and advocacy groups. Make the Road Nevada, an advocacy organization, has been actively engaging with both the vendor community and local authorities to ensure that the licensing process is fair and accessible. Tony Ramirez, Government Affairs Manager for the organization, stated, "At our initial Townhall on August 31, 2023, we had over 100 attendees, primarily street food vendors, and we relayed all of the key/critical information that we had." The implementation of this ordinance is part of a broader effort by Clark County to balance the interests of street vendors with the needs of the tourism industry and local residents. By restricting vending in high-traffic areas, the county aims to reduce congestion and maintain the visual appeal of its most iconic locations. As the ordinance takes effect, stakeholders from various sectors will be closely monitoring its impact on local businesses, tourism, and the street vending community. The county has indicated that it will continue to engage with all parties to address concerns and make adjustments as necessary.

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Clark County passes ordinance to ban street vendors from Las Vegas Strip — fox5vegas.com
Clark County commissioners ban street food vendors on resort corridor • Nevada Current — nevadacurrent.com
Clark County commissioners approve plans for proposed Innovation District — KTNV
Clark County votes to prohibit sidewalk vending near Strip resorts, high-capacity venues — Fox5 Vegas
Las Vegas approves ‘Order out corridor’ criminal ban in downtown — Fox5 Vegas
Las Vegas seeks to ban ‘chronic offenders’ from Fremont area — ACLU of Nevada
Mayor proposes ‘Order out corridor’ criminal ban in downtown Las Vegas — Fox5 Vegas
Clark County Launches Online Surveys to Gather Public Input and Shape Future Ordinances for Sidewalk Vending — Clark County NV
April 22, 2026 Business License Liquor Board meeting