How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?

Fees are calculated as: Likely valuation-based or flat fee by project type for commercial/conditional use permits; floodplain development permit fees may be a flat administrative fee..

What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?

The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions: Farm and ranch outbuildings (barns, sheds, equipment storage) used for agricultural purposes on agricultural-zoned land in unincorporated areas are generally not subject to building permit requirements in rural Wyoming. However, floodplain overlay and setback requirements still apply even to exempt structures.; Rural residential: Single-family residential construction in unincorporated rural Uinta County may not require a county building permit. However, septic, water well, and state electrical permits still apply.. Note: Confirm agricultural exemptions and rural residential exemptions directly with the Planning and Zoning Department. Floodplain development, commercial construction, subdivisions, and all electrical work require permits (state or county).

How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?

Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

County Building Permits

Uinta County, WY - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Uinta County, Wyoming. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Wyoming Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

All unincorporated portions of Uinta County, including the communities of Fort Bridger and Urie. County jurisdiction applies outside the incorporated city limits of Evanston, Lyman, and Mountain View.

Department: Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department
Address: 225 9th Street, Evanston, WY 82930 (Uinta County Courthouse)
Phone: 307-783-0318
Email: planning@uintacounty.com
Website: https://www.uintacounty.com/departments/planning-zoning

Online Permit Portal

Open Uinta County Planning & Zoning Department

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

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department at 307-783-0318 or planning@uintacounty.com before beginning any project in unincorporated county areas. Confirm whether your specific project type requires a county permit.
If a permit is required, request the appropriate application form from the department.
Prepare required documents (site plan, legal description, proof of ownership, and other items listed in General Requirements). For floodplain-related projects, obtain a Floodplain Development Permit from the county floodplain administrator.
Submit the completed application in person or as directed by staff at 225 9th Street.
Pay applicable fees at time of application.
Staff reviews the application for compliance with county Land Use Regulations and zoning requirements.
For subdivisions or larger commercial developments, planning commission review and possibly Board of County Commissioners approval may be required.
Once approved, permit is issued. Post the permit on site.
Schedule any required inspections through the Planning and Zoning Department.
Obtain state electrical permit from Wyoming DWS for any electrical work. Contact DWS Electrical Section at 307-777-7261.
For commercial and multi-family projects, ensure compliance with Wyoming State Fire Marshal requirements. Contact 307-777-7288.

Typical processing time: Not published; contact department at 307-783-0318. Simple permits may be issued over-the-counter. Planning commission reviews are typically monthly.

Source: Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department

General Requirements

Floodplain development permits: required for any construction, fill, grading, or development within a FEMA-mapped Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA/100-year floodplain). Subdivision and land development: plats, lot splits, and subdivisions require county approval. Conditional use permits: certain land uses in specific zoning districts require a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission. Commercial and industrial: new commercial or industrial construction in unincorporated county areas typically requires county review. Manufactured/modular homes: placement in unincorporated county areas requires confirmation with department. Septic/OWTS: require permits from Wyoming DEQ or applicable local health authority. Water wells: require permits from Wyoming State Engineer's Office. Single-family residential in rural unincorporated areas: Wyoming has no statewide residential building code; unincorporated rural Uinta County may not require a building permit. CONFIRM DIRECTLY with the department before proceeding without a permit.

Required Documents

Completed county application form (obtain from department)
Site plan showing property boundaries, proposed structure location, setbacks, access, and any floodplain boundaries if applicable
Legal description of property
Proof of property ownership (deed)
For commercial projects: construction drawings, structural calculations
For floodplain projects: elevation certificate or surveyor documentation
Septic/OWTS approval from DEQ or county health (if plumbing is involved)

Permit validity: Not published; contact department at 307-783-0318
Building code: Uinta County does not appear to have adopted a comprehensive residential building code (IBC/IRC) for all unincorporated areas. Specific codes may be referenced for commercial construction or floodplain development. Confirm with the department. The Wyoming State Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Wyoming amendments) applies statewide.
Owner-builder: Wyoming has no general contractor license requirement. Landowners may typically build on their own property without a contractor. State electrical license requirements still apply -- a licensed electrician must perform permitted electrical work unless the homeowner qualifies for a homeowner's electrical permit (confirm with Wyoming DWS Electrical).
Contractor requirements: No Wyoming state general contractor license required. Electricians must hold a Wyoming state electrical license (journeyman or master). Plumbers must hold a Wyoming plumbing license. Confirm any county registration requirements with the department.

Fees

Permit fee formula: Likely valuation-based or flat fee by project type for commercial/conditional use permits; floodplain development permit fees may be a flat administrative fee.
Payment note: Contact Planning and Zoning Department at 307-783-0318 for all fee information. Fees likely paid in person at the Courthouse.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Agricultural exemptions: Farm and ranch outbuildings (barns, sheds, equipment storage) used for agricultural purposes on agricultural-zoned land in unincorporated areas are generally not subject to building permit requirements in rural Wyoming. However, floodplain overlay and setback requirements still apply even to exempt structures.
Rural residential: Single-family residential construction in unincorporated rural Uinta County may not require a county building permit. However, septic, water well, and state electrical permits still apply.

Important: Confirm agricultural exemptions and rural residential exemptions directly with the Planning and Zoning Department. Floodplain development, commercial construction, subdivisions, and all electrical work require permits (state or county).

Inspections

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Inspection hours: County office hours: Monday -- Friday, 8:00 AM -- 5:00 PM (confirm current hours by calling ahead)
Time windows: State electrical inspectors travel on a scheduled basis; contact DWS for lead times.

Typical inspection sequence: County floodplain/zoning: pre-construction site inspection (if required by permit conditions) and final compliance inspection. State electrical: rough-in inspection and final inspection required by Wyoming DWS Electrical Section for all permitted electrical work. Commercial: additional inspections per project scope; Wyoming State Fire Marshal may conduct fire code inspections for commercial structures.

Additional Resources

Building code: Uinta County does not appear to have adopted a comprehensive residential building code (IBC/IRC) for all unincorporated areas. Specific codes may be referenced for commercial construction or floodplain development. Confirm with the department. The Wyoming State Electrical Code (National Electrical Code with Wyoming amendments) applies statewide.
Zoning information: View zoning info
Wyoming DWS Electrical Section
Wyoming State Fire Marshal
Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Wyoming State Engineer's Office
Wyoming SHPO
Wyoming WOGCC
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 Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Uinta County Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: Floodplain development permits: required for any construction, fill, grading, or development within a FEMA-mapped Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA/100-year floodplain). Subdivision and land development: plats, lot splits, and subdivisions require county approval. Conditional use permits: certain land uses in specific zoning districts require a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission. Commercial and industrial: new commercial or industrial construction in unincorporated county areas typically requires county review. Manufactured/modular homes: placement in unincorporated county areas requires confirmation with department. Septic/OWTS: require permits from Wyoming DEQ or applicable local health authority. Water wells: require permits from Wyoming State Engineer's Office. Single-family residential in rural unincorporated areas: Wyoming has no statewide residential building code; unincorporated rural Uinta County may not require a building permit. CONFIRM DIRECTLY with the department before proceeding without a permit.
How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: Fees are calculated as: Likely valuation-based or flat fee by project type for commercial/conditional use permits; floodplain development permit fees may be a flat administrative fee..
How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: 1. Contact Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department at 307-783-0318 or planning@uintacounty.com before beginning any project in unincorporated county areas. Confirm whether your specific project type requires a county permit. 2. If a permit is required, request the appropriate application form from the department. 3. Prepare required documents (site plan, legal description, proof of ownership, and other items listed in General Requirements). For floodplain-related projects, obtain a Floodplain Development Permit from the county floodplain administrator. 4. Submit the completed application in person or as directed by staff at 225 9th Street. 5. Pay applicable fees at time of application. 6. Staff reviews the application for compliance with county Land Use Regulations and zoning requirements. 7. For subdivisions or larger commercial developments, planning commission review and possibly Board of County Commissioners approval may be required. 8. Once approved, permit is issued. Post the permit on site. 9. Schedule any required inspections through the Planning and Zoning Department. 10. Obtain state electrical permit from Wyoming DWS for any electrical work. Contact DWS Electrical Section at 307-777-7261. 11. For commercial and multi-family projects, ensure compliance with Wyoming State Fire Marshal requirements. Contact 307-777-7288.
How long does it take to get a building permit in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: Typical processing time is Not published; contact department at 307-783-0318. Simple permits may be issued over-the-counter. Planning commission reviews are typically monthly..
What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions: Farm and ranch outbuildings (barns, sheds, equipment storage) used for agricultural purposes on agricultural-zoned land in unincorporated areas are generally not subject to building permit requirements in rural Wyoming. However, floodplain overlay and setback requirements still apply even to exempt structures.; Rural residential: Single-family residential construction in unincorporated rural Uinta County may not require a county building permit. However, septic, water well, and state electrical permits still apply.. Note: Confirm agricultural exemptions and rural residential exemptions directly with the Planning and Zoning Department. Floodplain development, commercial construction, subdivisions, and all electrical work require permits (state or county).
How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Uinta County, WY?: Inspections can be scheduled via: , .

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