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Town of Yoder

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

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Yoder Town Hall

Street address
P.O. Box 37, Yoder, WY 82244
Coverage
Covers construction within the incorporated limits of the Town of Yoder. Yoder is a very small town (population approximately 170) located south of Torrington in Goshen County. Properties outside town limits fall under unincorporated Goshen County jurisdiction.
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Yoder

Standard Wyoming building permit requirements apply for new construction, additions, alterations, and repairs within Yoder town limits. Contact Town Hall to confirm.

Agricultural exemptions: Within Yoder town limits, standard agricultural exemptions to building permits are unlikely to apply to most projects
Minor repairs: IRC R105.2 baseline exemptions for routine maintenance and minor cosmetic repairs generally apply
Very small outbuildings: Small detached accessory structures below the IRC threshold (typically 200 sq ft) may be exempt
  • Exempt Agricultural exemptions: Within Yoder town limits, standard agricultural exemptions to building permits are unlikely to apply to most projects
  • Exempt Minor repairs: IRC R105.2 baseline exemptions for routine maintenance and minor cosmetic repairs generally apply
  • Exempt Very small outbuildings: Small detached accessory structures below the IRC threshold (typically 200 sq ft) may be exempt

Note: Confirm locally with Town Hall.

Required documents
  • Application
  • Site plan
  • Construction drawings
Building code
Yoder is subject to Wyoming's statewide 2024 IBC/IRC mandate. Local adoption not confirmed; contact Town Hall.
Owner-builder
Wyoming has no statewide owner-builder restriction. Confirm with Town Hall.
Contractor requirements
Wyoming has no statewide general contractor license. Yoder does not appear to maintain a local contractor licensing program. Electrical work requires a WSFM wiring permit and state-licensed electrical contractor.
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Contact Yoder Town Hall at (307) 532-2545 to inquire about permit requirements for your project.
  2. 02
    Obtain any required permit application form from Town Hall.
  3. 03
    Submit completed application with site plan and construction documents in person.
  4. 04
    Pay required fees at Town Hall.
  5. 05
    Await review and approval.
  6. 06
    Permit is issued upon approval.
  7. 07
    Post permit on site before beginning work.
  8. 08
    Schedule required inspections through Town Hall.
  9. 09
    Receive final inspection sign-off.
§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
  • Contact Town Hall at (307) 532-2545; in-person or by phone (phone)
§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Yoder permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Yoder, WY?
Standard Wyoming building permit requirements apply for new construction, additions, alterations, and repairs within Yoder town limits. Contact Town Hall to confirm.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Yoder, WY?
To apply for a building permit in Yoder, WY, follow these steps: 1. Contact Yoder Town Hall at (307) 532-2545 to inquire about permit requirements for your project. 2. Obtain any required permit application form from Town Hall. 3. Submit completed application with site plan and construction documents in person. 4. Pay required fees at Town Hall. 5. Await review and approval. 6. Permit is issued upon approval. 7. Post permit on site before beginning work. 8. Schedule required inspections through Town Hall. 9. Receive final inspection sign-off.
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Yoder, WY?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Yoder, WY. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions: Within Yoder town limits, standard agricultural exemptions to building permits are unlikely to apply to most projects; Minor repairs: IRC R105.2 baseline exemptions for routine maintenance and minor cosmetic repairs generally apply; Very small outbuildings: Small detached accessory structures below the IRC threshold (typically 200 sq ft) may be exempt. Note: Confirm locally with Town Hall. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Yoder, WY?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Yoder, WY via: Contact Town Hall at (307) 532-2545; in-person or by phone.
last verified April 2026 entry id permits/wyoming/goshen/yoder

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Yoder Town Hall before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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