Understanding Zoning in Las Vegas Nevada

[Brad Bellstedt]

Hello BP!

I am scouting some land to build a new multifamily structure on for an investor friend of mine and I'm a little confused by the zoning descriptions I am seeing on Loopnet and Crexi. I know for this type of structure I am looking for will require an R-2 or R-3 zoning but I am seeing listings on these websites that will show that the land is zoned for commercial use and then will list some potential uses that include multifamily housing. 

So my question is, what is the exact zoning I am looking for? Only R-2/R-3 or should I be looking at commercially zoned properties? Also, if it is commercially zoned and DOES allow for multifamily, how would I know? I've read through many of the documents available on the Clark County websites but it's not the easiest to read/comprehend. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. 

Thank you!