How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Medicine Bow, WY?

1. Contact the Town of Medicine Bow at 307-379-2258 to confirm permit requirements and obtain application guidance. 2. Wyoming State Electrical Permit required for all electrical work.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Medicine Bow, WY?

Inspections can be scheduled via: .

City Building Permits

Town of Medicine Bow, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Town of Medicine Bow, Wyoming. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Wyoming Carbon County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Medicine Bow is a very small incorporated town (population approximately 270) in northern Carbon County, near the Medicine Bow River. The town is historically significant as the setting of Owen Wister's novel 'The Virginian.' Due to its very small size, the town's permitting process is minimal. New construction in the area is often on unincorporated county land under Carbon County jurisdiction rather than within town limits.

Department: Town of Medicine Bow
Address: 215 Hugus Street, Medicine Bow, WY 82329
Phone: 307-379-2258

Application Process

Contact the Town of Medicine Bow at 307-379-2258 to confirm permit requirements and obtain application guidance.
Wyoming State Electrical Permit required for all electrical work.

General Requirements

Building code: Confirm with Town Hall. Very small Wyoming towns often have no formally adopted code or minimal requirements.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Medicine Bow to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Additional Resources

Building code: Confirm with Town Hall. Very small Wyoming towns often have no formally adopted code or minimal requirements.
Wyoming State Electrical Program
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
License lookup guide: Wyoming Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Wyoming Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Wyoming hub: Wyoming Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Medicine Bow before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Medicine Bow Building Permit FAQ

How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Medicine Bow, WY?: 1. Contact the Town of Medicine Bow at 307-379-2258 to confirm permit requirements and obtain application guidance. 2. Wyoming State Electrical Permit required for all electrical work.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Medicine Bow, WY?: Inspections can be scheduled via: .

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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