City of Rock Springs

Any person, firm, or corporation desiring to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, convert, or demolish any building or structure within Rock Springs must obtain a building permit.

Note: No official published exempt work list was found in publicly accessible format. Standard IBC Section 105.2 exemptions typically apply under the adopted 2024 IBC (minor repairs, certain fences, small accessory structures, painting, etc.) but Rock Springs may have local amendments. Confirm with the Building Inspection office at (307) 352-1540.

Building code

2024 International Building Code (IBC); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC); 2024 International Fire Code (IFC); 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2023 National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). All adopted with local amendments per Rock Springs Article 7-1. Effective June 26, 2024 at state level.

Permit validity

Not publicly stated. Contact the Building Inspection office.

Owner-builder

Not publicly described. Contact (307) 352-1540.

Contractor requirements

All contractors and subcontractors must obtain a City of Rock Springs contractor license before performing work. Application requires: completed form, $125.00 registration fee (cash or check payable to City of Rock Springs), and a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of Rock Springs as certificate holder. Minimum insurance: $100,000 property damage; $100,000 bodily injury per person; $250,000 bodily injury multiple persons. Contractor name and phone number must be displayed on all equipment and vehicles at the site with 2-inch minimum letters.

1. 01
   Determine permit type needed (building, demolition, etc.) by reviewing the city ordinance or contacting the Building Inspection office at (307) 352-1540.
2. 02
   Download the Building Permit Application from the city website or pick up in person at 212 D Street.
3. 03
   For nonresidential projects, prepare two construction drawing sets, project specifications, and a dimensioned site plan showing utilities, setbacks, and parking.
4. 04
   For projects 5,000 sq ft or larger, architectural plans must be designed and stamped by a Wyoming registered architect. Structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing plans require Wyoming-licensed engineer seals.
5. 05
   Include soil investigation report per IBC Section 1802 for nonresidential projects.
6. 06
   For food service establishments, obtain Sweetwater County Health Department approval.
7. 07
   Submit completed application and all documents with payment to the Building Inspection office.
8. 08
   Plans are reviewed by the plan examiner. Any corrections are communicated to the applicant.
9. 09
   Permit is issued upon approval. Do not begin construction before permit issuance.

Typical processing time: Processing time not publicly stated. Contact (307) 352-1540.

Source: City of Rock Springs Public Services Department -- Building Inspections and Permits ↗

Cash or check accepted for contractor license fee. Confirm payment methods for building permits with the office.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

• (307) 352-1540 (phone)

Inspection hours

Contact the Building Inspection office for current inspection scheduling hours.

Typical sequence: Standard IBC sequence applies (footing, foundation, framing, insulation, rough-in plumbing/mechanical/electrical, final). Confirm with the Building Inspection office.

Source: City of Rock Springs Public Services Department -- Building Inspections and Permits ↗