Cheyenne County, CO — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Zoning and Planning / Land Use

Street address

P.O. Box 567, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810

Phone

(719) 767-5872

landuse@co.cheyenne.co.us

Coverage

Unincorporated territory covered by the county zoning resolution

Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Cheyenne County

A permit is required to erect, construct, reconstruct, alter, or change use of any building or structure that changes the assessed valuation of property in the unincorporated area.

Scope of work

Permit?

Remodeling that takes place entirely within an existing building

Exempt

Exempt Remodeling that takes place entirely within an existing building

Required documents

Building permit application
Variance application filed in duplicate
County forms and supporting materials required for zoning amendments and subdivision-related matters

Contractor requirements: State licensing still applies for plumbing and electrical work.

Source: Zoning and Planning / Land Use ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Start with the county Land Use Administrator.
02

Use the building permit application form and fee schedule posted on the county zoning page.
03

For variances, file the variance application in duplicate with the Administrator so it can be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board.
04

For PUD-related development, certify and file the final development plan before the Land Use Administrator issues a building permit.

Source: Zoning and Planning / Land Use ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2022

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$40 for work value $0 to $100,000

Permit fee formula

$40 for $0 to $100,000; $75 for $100,001 to $500,000; $100 for over $500,000

Penalty (no permit)

Up to $100 per violation per day

Review cost must be paid before permits are issued.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2022) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

Typical sequence: The Land Use Administrator has authority to inspect and examine buildings, structures, and tracts of land for compliance. For PUD-related projects, the final development plan must be filed before the building permit is issued.

Source: Zoning and Planning / Land Use ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Cheyenne County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO? ▸

A permit is required to erect, construct, reconstruct, alter, or change use of any building or structure that changes the assessed valuation of property in the unincorporated area.

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $40 for work value $0 to $100,000. Fees are calculated as: $40 for $0 to $100,000; $75 for $100,001 to $500,000; $100 for over $500,000.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO, follow these steps: 1. Start with the county Land Use Administrator. 2. Use the building permit application form and fee schedule posted on the county zoning page. 3. For variances, file the variance application in duplicate with the Administrator so it can be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board. 4. For PUD-related development, certify and file the final development plan before the Land Use Administrator issues a building permit.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Cheyenne County, CO. The following work is generally exempt: Remodeling that takes place entirely within an existing building. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

last verified April 2026 source Zoning and Planning / Land Use ↗ entry id permits/colorado/cheyenne/unincorporated

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Zoning and Planning / Land Use before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Cheyenne County