City Building Permits

Town of Mountain View, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Wyoming Uinta County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Mountain View is a small agricultural community (approximately 1,200 residents) in the Bear River valley, located between Lyman and Fort Bridger. The town administers its own land use and permit process within its incorporated boundaries. Given the town's small size, a part-time or contracted building official arrangement is possible.

Department
Town of Mountain View Town Hall / Building Official
Address
115 N. Front Street, Mountain View, WY 82939
Phone
307-782-6231
Website
https://townofmountainviewwy.com/

Online Permit Portal

Open Town of Mountain View

Platform: No online permit portal identified • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Mountain View Town Hall at 307-782-6231 before beginning any construction project to confirm whether a local permit is required.
  2. Request application forms from Town Hall.
  3. Submit completed application with required documents in person.
  4. Pay applicable fees at time of application.
  5. Permit issued (potentially same-day for simple projects in a small town).
  6. Obtain state electrical permit separately from Wyoming DWS at 307-777-7261.
  7. Schedule required inspections with Town Hall (if applicable) and DWS.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact 307-782-6231

Source: Town of Mountain View Town Hall / Building Official

General Requirements

Contact Town Hall at 307-782-6231. Confirm whether Mountain View has adopted a building code and what project types trigger a permit. Wyoming's framework allows towns to have minimal or no residential permit requirements.

Required Documents

  • Confirm with Town Hall. At minimum, a site plan and project description are likely required.
Building code
Confirm with Town Hall. Mountain View's code adoption status is not confirmed from public sources as of research date.
Owner-builder
Confirm with Town Hall
Contractor requirements
No Wyoming state GC license required. Confirm any local requirements with Town Hall.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Town of Mountain View Town Hall / Building Official to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

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Inspection hours
Confirm with Town Hall; expect standard Monday -- Friday business hours for a small Wyoming municipality.

Typical inspection sequence: Dependent on adopted codes; confirm with Town Hall. State electrical inspections required regardless of local code status.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Town of Mountain View Town Hall / Building Official before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Town of Mountain View Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Town of Mountain View, WY?
Contact Town Hall at 307-782-6231. Confirm whether Mountain View has adopted a building code and what project types trigger a permit. Wyoming's framework allows towns to have minimal or no residential permit requirements.
How do I apply for a building permit in Town of Mountain View, WY?
1. Contact Mountain View Town Hall at 307-782-6231 before beginning any construction project to confirm whether a local permit is required. 2. Request application forms from Town Hall. 3. Submit completed application with required documents in person. 4. Pay applicable fees at time of application. 5. Permit issued (potentially same-day for simple projects in a small town). 6. Obtain state electrical permit separately from Wyoming DWS at 307-777-7261. 7. Schedule required inspections with Town Hall (if applicable) and DWS.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Town of Mountain View, WY?
Typical processing time is Not published; contact 307-782-6231.
What work is exempt from building permits in Town of Mountain View, WY?
The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural character: Mountain View is a farming and ranching community. Agricultural exemptions for outbuildings likely apply in surrounding unincorporated areas (county jurisdiction). Within town limits, confirm with Town Hall.. Note: Confirm specific exemptions with Town Hall at 307-782-6231.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Town of Mountain View, WY?
Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

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