County Building Permits
Laramie County, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Laramie County, Wyoming. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Covers all unincorporated areas of Laramie County. Does not apply inside Cheyenne, Pine Bluffs, Burns, or Albin city/town limits.
- Department
- Laramie County Planning and Development Department
- Address
- 3966 Archer Pkwy, Cheyenne, WY 82009
- Phone
- (307) 633-4303
Online Permit Portal
Platform: SmartGov (Granicus) • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Determine whether a permit is required for your project.
- Gather required documents: completed application, site plan, construction drawings, and drainage plan if applicable.
- Submit application online through SmartGov or in person at 3966 Archer Pkwy.
- Pay applicable permit fees at time of submission.
- Application enters plan review. Allow a minimum of 2 business days for scheduling after submission.
- Respond to any plan review comments or corrections requested by staff.
- Permit is issued once plans are approved and fees are paid in full.
- Post permit on site in a visible location before beginning work.
- Schedule required inspections through SmartGov or by calling (307) 633-4615.
- Receive final inspection approval; certificate of occupancy (if applicable) is issued.
Typical processing time: Allow a minimum of 2 business days for scheduling after submission. Contact office for current turnaround times.
General Requirements
A permit is required for any new construction, addition, alteration, repair, relocation, demolition, or change of occupancy of any building or structure within unincorporated Laramie County, unless work is specifically exempt.
Required Documents
- Completed permit application
- Site/plot plan showing property lines, setbacks, and structure location
- Construction drawings (floor plan, elevations, structural details)
- Drainage plan for new residential construction (prepared by Wyoming-licensed P.E. or P.L.S.)
- Energy compliance documentation where required
- Additional specialty plans (fire suppression, mechanical, plumbing) as applicable
- Permit validity
- Permits expire if work is abandoned or not inspected for 180 consecutive days.
- Building code
- 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with local amendments; 2024 International Building Code (IBC); 2024 International Fire Code (effective April 15, 2025).
- Owner-builder
- Owners may pull their own permit. Permits are issued in the owner's name and the owner holds authority to cancel, renew, or assign a new contractor to the permit.
- Contractor requirements
- Wyoming does not issue a statewide general contractor license. Electrical work requires a state-issued license through the Wyoming State Fire Marshal. Verify with the office if specific trades require registration.
Fees
- Plan check fee
- Included with permit fee.
- Permit fee formula
- Valuation-based for most projects; pole barns and accessory structures use a per-square-foot base rate.
- Payment note
- Fees payable at time of permit issuance; online payment available through SmartGov portal. Contact office for current fee details at (307) 633-4303.
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
- Non-structural roofing replacement (re-roofing without structural changes) on residential structures
- Siding replacement on residential structures
- Window replacement for same-size openings (header not changed) on residential structures
- One-story detached accessory structures not exceeding 400 square feet in floor area
Important: Exempt structures are still subject to setback and zoning requirements. Electrical work requires a Wyoming State Fire Marshal wiring permit regardless of building permit exemption.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- SmartGov portal (online)
- (307) 633-4615 (phone)
- (307) 633-4519 (fax)
- Scheduling deadline
- Allow a minimum of 2 business days after requesting an inspection before it can be scheduled.
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Typical inspection sequence: Foundation/footing; framing; rough mechanical/plumbing/electrical (coordinated with Wyoming State Fire Marshal for electrical); insulation; wallboard/sheathing; final inspection.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2024 International Residential Code (IRC) with local amendments; 2024 International Building Code (IBC); 2024 International Fire Code (effective April 15, 2025).
- Verify contractor license: Wyoming State Fire Marshal - Electrical Licensing
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Building Code
- Permits and Licensing Overview
- Public Works Permits
- Interactive Mapping
- 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 Laramie County Planning and Development Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Laramie County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- A permit is required for any new construction, addition, alteration, repair, relocation, demolition, or change of occupancy of any building or structure within unincorporated Laramie County, unless work is specifically exempt.
- How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based for most projects; pole barns and accessory structures use a per-square-foot base rate.. Plan check fee: Included with permit fee..
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- 1. Determine whether a permit is required for your project. 2. Gather required documents: completed application, site plan, construction drawings, and drainage plan if applicable. 3. Submit application online through SmartGov or in person at 3966 Archer Pkwy. 4. Pay applicable permit fees at time of submission. 5. Application enters plan review. Allow a minimum of 2 business days for scheduling after submission. 6. Respond to any plan review comments or corrections requested by staff. 7. Permit is issued once plans are approved and fees are paid in full. 8. Post permit on site in a visible location before beginning work. 9. Schedule required inspections through SmartGov or by calling (307) 633-4615. 10. Receive final inspection approval; certificate of occupancy (if applicable) is issued.
- How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- Typical processing time is Allow a minimum of 2 business days for scheduling after submission. Contact office for current turnaround times..
- What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- The following work is generally exempt: Non-structural roofing replacement (re-roofing without structural changes) on residential structures; Siding replacement on residential structures; Window replacement for same-size openings (header not changed) on residential structures; One-story detached accessory structures not exceeding 400 square feet in floor area. Note: Exempt structures are still subject to setback and zoning requirements. Electrical work requires a Wyoming State Fire Marshal wiring permit regardless of building permit exemption.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Laramie County, WY?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: SmartGov portal, (307) 633-4615, (307) 633-4519. Allow a minimum of 2 business days after requesting an inspection before it can be scheduled..
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