Unincorporated Uinta County

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.

• 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.
• Exempt 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).

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.

Permit validity

Not published; contact department at 307-783-0318

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.

Source: Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department ↗

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   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.
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   If a permit is required, request the appropriate application form from the department.
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   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.
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   Submit the completed application in person or as directed by staff at 225 9th Street.
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   Pay applicable fees at time of application.
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   Staff reviews the application for compliance with county Land Use Regulations and zoning requirements.
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   For subdivisions or larger commercial developments, planning commission review and possibly Board of County Commissioners approval may be required.
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   Once approved, permit is issued. Post the permit on site.
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   Schedule any required inspections through the Planning and Zoning Department.
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    Obtain state electrical permit from Wyoming DWS for any electrical work. Contact DWS Electrical Section at 307-777-7261.
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    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 ↗

Contact Planning and Zoning Department at 307-783-0318 for all fee information. Fees likely paid in person at the Courthouse.

• Contact Uinta County Planning and Zoning at 307-783-0318 to schedule required inspections. (phone)
• For state electrical inspections, contact Wyoming DWS Electrical Section at 307-777-7261. (phone)

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 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.

Source: Uinta County Planning and Zoning Department ↗