On this page 6
§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Lovell
Any construction, remodeling, or repairs exceeding $200 in value require a building permit.
Projects valued at $200 or less do not require a permit. This is a low threshold; most repair, remodeling, and new construction projects will exceed this amount.
- Exempt Projects valued at $200 or less do not require a permit. This is a low threshold; most repair, remodeling, and new construction projects will exceed this amount.
Note: No additional exemption list published on the town website.
Required documents
- Application form
- Site plan
- Contractor information
- Building code
- Not explicitly stated on the town's public website. The $200 threshold for permit requirement is a local ordinance. Confirm whether IRC, IBC, or other codes have been formally adopted by contacting Town Hall.
- Permit validity
- Not published. Contact Town Hall.
- Owner-builder
- Not detailed on the town website. Contact (307) 548-6551.
- Contractor requirements
- Town of Lovell contractor license required; runs January 1 through December 31 annually. Annual fee: $100. Required with application: Wyoming Workers' Compensation good standing certificate, Wyoming Unemployment insurance good standing, Current liability insurance certificate. Out-of-State Employer Questionnaire required for out-of-state contractors. Under Wyoming SF0114 (effective July 1, 2024), Lovell must recognize qualifying contractor licenses from other Wyoming jurisdictions subject to conditions.
Source: Town of Lovell -- Town Hall ↗
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Not published. Contact (307) 548-6551.
- 01 Confirm the project is within the incorporated limits of Lovell.
- 02 Call Town Hall at (307) 548-6551 or visit in person to obtain the building permit application form. (Forms may also be available at https://townoflovell.com/forms-applications/)
- 03 Complete the application.
- 04 Submit in person at Town Hall along with required documentation and fee payment.
- 05 Town reviews the application. For projects exceeding $200 in value, a permit is required before work begins.
- 06 Permit is issued. Post permit on the job site.
- 07 Contact Town Hall to schedule required inspections during and after construction.
- 08 Pass final inspection; receive certificate of completion or occupancy if applicable.
Typical processing time: Not published. Contact (307) 548-6551.
Source: Town of Lovell -- Town Hall ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Lovell building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Minimum permit fee
$25.00
02
Plan check fee
Not identified separately.
03
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based. $1 to $1,000: $25.00; $9,001 to $10,000: $118.00; First $50,000: $449.00; Above $50,000: additional per-$1,000 charges apply.
04
Reinspection fee
Not confirmed from public sources.
In-person at Town Hall. Payment methods not detailed on website; confirm accepted methods with Town Hall at (307) 548-6551.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Contact Town Hall at (307) 548-6551 to confirm required inspections for each project type. (phone)
Typical sequence: Inspection process: Not detailed on public website. Contact Town Hall at (307) 548-6551 to confirm required inspections for each project type.
Source: Town of Lovell -- Town Hall ↗
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Lovell permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Lovell, WY? ▸
Any construction, remodeling, or repairs exceeding $200 in value require a building permit.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Lovell, WY? ▸
Building permit fees in Lovell, WY are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $25.00. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based. $1 to $1,000: $25.00; $9,001 to $10,000: $118.00; First $50,000: $449.00; Above $50,000: additional per-$1,000 charges apply.. Plan check fee: Not identified separately..
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Lovell, WY? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Lovell, WY, follow these steps: 1. Confirm the project is within the incorporated limits of Lovell. 2. Call Town Hall at (307) 548-6551 or visit in person to obtain the building permit application form. (Forms may also be available at https://townoflovell.com/forms-applications/) 3. Complete the application. 4. Submit in person at Town Hall along with required documentation and fee payment. 5. Town reviews the application. For projects exceeding $200 in value, a permit is required before work begins. 6. Permit is issued. Post permit on the job site. 7. Contact Town Hall to schedule required inspections during and after construction. 8. Pass final inspection; receive certificate of completion or occupancy if applicable.
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Lovell, WY? ▸
Building permit processing times in Lovell, WY typically run Not published. Contact (307) 548-6551.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Lovell, WY? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Lovell, WY. The following work is generally exempt: Projects valued at $200 or less do not require a permit. This is a low threshold; most repair, remodeling, and new construction projects will exceed this amount.. Note: No additional exemption list published on the town website. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Lovell, WY? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Lovell, WY via: Contact Town Hall at (307) 548-6551 to confirm required inspections for each project type..
last verified April 2026
source Town of Lovell -- Town Hall ↗
entry id permits/wyoming/big-horn/lovell
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Lovell -- Town Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.