Property Ownership
What is 'police power' and how does it affect Nevada real estate ownership?
AThe power of law enforcement to seize properties used for illegal activities
BThe inherent government authority to regulate private property for the health, safety, welfare, and morals of the public — the basis for zoning, building codes, health regulations, and environmental laws that limit how Nevada property owners can use their land✓ Correct
CA Nevada state power requiring police approval for all property transfers
DThe power of HOA security to regulate community behavior
Explanation
Police power is one of the four government powers affecting real estate (police power, eminent domain, taxation, escheat — PETE). Under police power, Nevada and local governments enact zoning ordinances, building codes, health regulations, environmental requirements, and subdivision laws — all limiting property use without compensation. Police power is constitutionally valid as long as it bears a reasonable relationship to promoting public health, safety, welfare, and morals. Unlike eminent domain, police power regulations don't require compensation (unless they go too far and become a 'taking').
Related Nevada Property Ownership Questions
- Nevada is a community property state. Which of the following is community property?
- What is the Nevada Homestead Declaration and what amount of equity does it protect?
- What is a Nevada LLC's liability protection in real estate ownership?
- What is 'quiet title' and when might a Nevada property owner file such an action?
- What is an 'encroachment' and how does it affect a Nevada real estate transaction?
- What is the 'bundle of rights' concept in real estate ownership?
- What is a 'life estate' in Nevada real property law?
- What is an 'easement by necessity' in Nevada property law?
Practice More Nevada Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Nevada Quiz →