City Building Permits

Town of Big Piney, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Wyoming Sublette County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers development within the incorporated limits of the Town of Big Piney. Adjacent to Marbleton in the lower Green River valley in southern Sublette County, at an elevation of approximately 6,820 feet. Big Piney is the location of Big Piney-Marbleton Airport (ICAO: KEWK; FAA: EWO), a small public airport serving energy industry operations and general aviation. Building permit administration is handled through the town office; a dedicated full-time building department has not been confirmed in publicly available sources for a municipality of this size.

Department
Town of Big Piney -- Town Clerk / Administrative Office
Address
107 Budd Ave., Big Piney, WY 83113
Phone
(307) 276-3554

Online Permit Portal

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

Application Process

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Typical processing time: Not published; contact office at (307) 276-3554

Source: Town of Big Piney -- Town Clerk / Administrative Office

General Requirements

New construction, additions, and significant alterations within Big Piney town limits. Confirm specific thresholds (accessory structure exemption, minor repair exemptions) with the Town Clerk.

Required Documents

  • Building permit application
  • Site plan with lot dimensions and setbacks
  • Construction drawings
  • Owner and contractor information
  • State electrical license information for electrical work
Permit validity
Confirm with the town.
Building code
Confirm the currently adopted building code edition with the Town Clerk at (307) 276-3554. Wyoming State Electrical Code applies statewide to all electrical work. Wyoming State Fire Marshal oversight applies to commercial buildings statewide.
Contractor requirements
No Wyoming state general contractor license. Electrical work requires a Wyoming-licensed electrician under the Wyoming State Electrical Code.

Fees

Payment note
In-person at Town Hall; confirm accepted payment methods with the office

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Big Piney -- Town Clerk / Administrative Office to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Scheduling deadline
Confirm required inspection sequence, advance notice requirements, and current inspector arrangements
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, approximately 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Mountain Time; confirm current hours by calling

Typical inspection sequence: Typical required inspection sequence (confirm with town): 1) Footing inspection (before concrete pour; verify depth below frost line approximately 36 to 48 inches); 2) Foundation inspection (before backfill); 3) Framing inspection (after all rough framing complete, before insulation); 4) Rough MEP inspection (after rough mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installed); 5) Insulation inspection (before drywall installation); 6) Final inspection (after all work complete). A part-time building official or contract inspector is the most likely arrangement at Big Piney's population size.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Big Piney -- Town Clerk / Administrative Office before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Big Piney Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Big Piney, WY?
New construction, additions, and significant alterations within Big Piney town limits. Confirm specific thresholds (accessory structure exemption, minor repair exemptions) with the Town Clerk.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Big Piney, WY?
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How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Big Piney, WY?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact office at (307) 276-3554.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Big Piney, WY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: . Confirm required inspection sequence, advance notice requirements, and current inspector arrangements.

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