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

1. Contact Afton Town Hall at (307) 885-3106 to confirm current permit application process and obtain appropriate forms 2. Prepare a site plan showing parcel boundaries, setbacks, existing structures, and proposed project 3. Submit completed application, site plan, construction drawings, and fee to Town Hall 4. Town staff review for zoning compliance and applicable code standards 5. Permit issued; post on job site 6. Schedule inspections with Town Hall 7. Final inspection and completion/occupancy documentation

How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Afton, WY?

Typical processing time is Not published. Call for current workload estimate..

What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Afton, WY?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions may apply to qualifying agricultural structures on parcels at the town fringe or outside the core urban area. Note: Confirm with Afton Town Hall whether agricultural use exemptions apply within the incorporated limits

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

Inspections can be scheduled via: . Provide at least 24-48 hours advance notice. The town's inspection staff may be limited, and scheduling windows may not be available every day..

City Building Permits

Town of Afton, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Wyoming Lincoln County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers the incorporated town limits of Afton (population approximately 1,900). Afton is the regional service center for Star Valley and experiences more active permit volume than other small Lincoln County municipalities due to growth from second-home and resort development.

Department: Town of Afton -- Building/Planning Department
Address: 150 North Washington, Afton, WY 83110
Phone: (307) 885-3106
Website: https://www.aftonwyoming.org

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Afton website

Platform: • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Contact Afton Town Hall at (307) 885-3106 to confirm current permit application process and obtain appropriate forms
Prepare a site plan showing parcel boundaries, setbacks, existing structures, and proposed project
Submit completed application, site plan, construction drawings, and fee to Town Hall
Town staff review for zoning compliance and applicable code standards
Permit issued; post on job site
Schedule inspections with Town Hall
Final inspection and completion/occupancy documentation

Typical processing time: Not published. Call for current workload estimate.

Source: Town of Afton -- Building/Planning Department

General Requirements

New construction, additions, structural alterations, and manufactured home placement

Required Documents

Permit application
Site plan
Construction drawings
Trade permits as applicable

Building code: Not confirmed from public sources. Wyoming's lack of mandatory statewide residential code means Afton may have adopted the IRC by ordinance or may operate under local construction standards. Confirm with town hall.
Contractor requirements: No general contractor license required at state level. All electrical work requires state electrical license; all plumbing requires state plumbing license.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Agricultural exemptions may apply to qualifying agricultural structures on parcels at the town fringe or outside the core urban area

Important: Confirm with Afton Town Hall whether agricultural use exemptions apply within the incorporated limits

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Scheduling deadline: Provide at least 24-48 hours advance notice. The town's inspection staff may be limited, and scheduling windows may not be available every day.
Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Typical inspection sequence: Typical sequence for single-family residential: Foundation/footing (pre-pour), framing (after rough framing, before sheathing), rough-in mechanical and plumbing, rough electrical (state inspector only), insulation (if required), final building inspection

Rough electrical inspections are by state electrical inspector only, not a town inspection. State plumbing inspector if licensed plumbing contractor is not self-inspecting.

Additional Resources

Building code: Not confirmed from public sources. Wyoming's lack of mandatory statewide residential code means Afton may have adopted the IRC by ordinance or may operate under local construction standards. Confirm with town hall.
Wyoming Electrical Board
Wyoming State Plumbing Board
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 Afton -- Building/Planning Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Afton Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Afton, WY?: New construction, additions, structural alterations, and manufactured home placement
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Afton, WY?: 1. Contact Afton Town Hall at (307) 885-3106 to confirm current permit application process and obtain appropriate forms 2. Prepare a site plan showing parcel boundaries, setbacks, existing structures, and proposed project 3. Submit completed application, site plan, construction drawings, and fee to Town Hall 4. Town staff review for zoning compliance and applicable code standards 5. Permit issued; post on job site 6. Schedule inspections with Town Hall 7. Final inspection and completion/occupancy documentation
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Afton, WY?: Typical processing time is Not published. Call for current workload estimate..
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Afton, WY?: The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions may apply to qualifying agricultural structures on parcels at the town fringe or outside the core urban area. Note: Confirm with Afton Town Hall whether agricultural use exemptions apply within the incorporated limits
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Afton, WY?: Inspections can be scheduled via: . Provide at least 24-48 hours advance notice. The town's inspection staff may be limited, and scheduling windows may not be available every day..

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