Nevada—New Resident Info

Moving to a new home is an exciting time, but before you can sit back and enjoy your new Ryder Home, don’t forget to establish the necessities.

All utilities have been installed and are being provided by the builder until the close of escrow. It will be the homeowner’s responsibility to transfer service into the homeowner’s name no later than 24 hours after the close of escrow. CAUTION: If transfer is not completed by 24 hours after the close of escrow, service will be disconnected and the homeowner will be responsible for additional reconnect charges as well as any current charges.

ELECTRICITY AND GAS
There is a connection fee, plus a deposit. The deposit is refunded with interest after one (1) year of a good payment record. The deposit may be waived with a letter from the previous electrical company stating good credit record for a minimum of one (1) year.
For hook-up or other information, contact Sierra Pacific Power Company by calling (775) 834-4444 or visiting 6100 Neil Road, Reno, NV.

WATER
There is a deposit required. Your deposit is refundable after one (1) year of a good payment record. The deposit may be waived with a Letter of Credit. For service information, contact Truckee Meadow’s Water Authority by calling (775) 834-8000 or visiting 1155 Cooperate Blvd. Reno, NV. For Water Watchers (water conservation) please call (775) 834-8005.

WASTE DISPOSAL
Trash disposal service is paid quarterly and there is no deposit required. For service and pickup days, contact Reno Disposal Service by calling (775) 329-8822 or visiting 100 Vassar Street, Reno, NV.  Waste cans and recycle bins may also be obtained through Reno Disposal Service. 

SEWER

  • Mountaingate:
    Sewer services are supplied by the City of Reno (775) 334-2095 and billed quarterly. NOTE: Ticor Title Company advises the sewer utility of the service connection for your residence.
  • Talon Pointe:
    Sewer services are supplied by the City of Reno (775) 334-2095 and are billed quarterly. NOTE: Ticor Title Company advises the City of Reno of the service connection for your residence.
  • Firenze:
    Sewer services are supplied by the City of Sparks (775) 353-2360, located at 431 Prater Way and are billed quarterly.  NOTE: Ticor Title Company advises the City of Sparks of the service connection for your residence.

TELEPHONE
There may be a refundable deposit required, as well as an installation charge. The deposit may be waived with proof of one (1) year verifiable employment or proof of verifiable phone service in the person’s name within the last year.  Contact AT&T by calling (775) 333-4811 or visiting 1450 Vassar Street, Reno, NV.

MAILBOX KEYS
Mail delivery is conveniently located at cluster boxes inside the community. Keys for the mailbox are given to the homeowner from the USPS office that services your area:

  • Mountaingate:
    Steamboat Branch post office is located at 75 McCabe Drive, Reno, NV.
    (775) 853-2615 or (800) 275-8777. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 5:30pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.
  • Firenze:
    Vista Station post office is located near Baring Boulevard at 2929 Vista Boulevard, Sparks, NV (775) 626-5339. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:30 pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
  • Talon Pointe:
    Peavine Station post office is located off of Mae Anne Avenue at 1580 Grand Point Way, Reno, NV (775) 746-8235.  Hours are 8:30am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

VOTER REGISTRATION
Must reside in the state of Nevada. In Washoe County, a person must register 30 days before an election in order to vote.

To register, contact Voter Registration by calling (775) 328-3670 or visiting 1001 E. Ninth Street, Reno, NV.

NEVADA DRIVER’S LICENSE
The requirements for getting a Nevada State Driver’s License include Nevada proof of insurance, a social security card, and proof of age. A written test and eye examination must be taken. There is no need for a road test if the person has a valid driver’s license from any other state and less than three (3) citations in the last four (4) years.

For more information, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at (775) 688-2368 or visit 305 Galetti Way, Reno, NV.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION
The state requires prior state’s registration, title (only if you plan to change title), and vehicle identification number. Nevada requires a smog inspection on vehicles newer than 1967 and a state-approved inspector must perform the smog inspection. Nevada also requires proof of insurance and proof of sales-tax paid (if vehicle has not been previously registered). Nevada only allows a new resident 45 days to register his/her vehicle before fines can be implemented.

For further information, contact the Department of Motor Vehicles at (775) 688-2368 or visit 305 Galetti Way, Reno, NV.

UNIVERSITY RESIDENCY
For residency information for the University of Nevada, Reno, NV or Truckee Meadows Community College, contact the Admissions and Records Office at (775) 784-4865.

SCHOOL ENROLLMENT
All new students need their birth certificates as proof of identity, and must be immunized for Diphtheria, Tetanus, Whooping Cough, Polio, Rubella, and Rubeola (Measles).  Student must be five (5) years of age on or before September 30 to enter kindergarten. Student must be six (6) years of age on or before September 30 to enter first grade.

For enrollment in elementary, middle, or high school, contact Washoe County School District by calling (775) 348-0200 or visit 425 E. 9th Street, Reno, NV.

MOUNTAINGATE AREA SCHOOLS
Lenz Elementary School— 2500 Homeland Drive, Reno, NV (775) 851-5620
Pine Middle School—4800 Neil Road, Reno, NV  (775) 689-2550
Galena High School—3600 Butch Cassidy Way, Reno, NV (775) 851-5630

FIRENZE AREA SCHOOLS
Marvin Moss Elementary—2200 Primio Way, Sparks, NV (775) 353-5507
Mendive Middle School—1900 Whitewood Drive, Sparks, NV (775) 353-5990
Reed High School—1350 Baring Boulevard, Sparks, NV (775) 353-5700

TALON POINTE AREA SCHOOLS
Westergard Elementary School; 1785 Ambassador Drive; (775)746-5800
Billinghurst Middle School; 6685 Chesterfield Lane; (775)746-5870
McQueen High School; 6055 Lancer Street; (775) 746-5880

PETS
Dogs must be licensed with current rabies certificates with a two (2) year renewal term.  Contact Animal Control Division, 2825 Longley Lane, Reno, NV (775) 858-1616.

CABLE TELEVISION COMPANIES
Charter Communication Services, 9335 Prototype Drive, Reno, NV. For Sales, call (775) 850-1245; for service, call (866) 731-5420.

LOCAL NEWSPAPERS
Reno Gazette-Journal—955 Kuenzli Lane, Reno, NV (775) 788-6200
Sparks Tribune—1002 “C” Street, Sparks, NV (775) 358-8061

MEDICAL FACILITIES
Washoe Medical Center—77 Pringle Way, Reno, NV (775) 328-4100
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center—235 W. Sixth Street, Reno, NV (775) 323-2041
Northern Nevada Medical Center—2375 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV (775) 331-7000
Washoe County Health Department—1001 E. Ninth Street, Reno, NV (775) 328-2400
Veterans Affairs Medical Center—1000 Locust Street, Reno, NV (775) 786-7200