Ten Sleep, WY — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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Permit authority

Town of Ten Sleep -- Town Clerk / Town Council

Street address

225 2nd St, Ten Sleep, WY 82442

Phone

(307) 366-2228

Coverage

Issues building or development permits (if any) for properties within the incorporated Town of Ten Sleep limits. Ten Sleep is a very small community (population approximately 250) at the eastern edge of Washakie County, near the base of the Bighorn Mountains. It is known as a world-class sport climbing destination (Ten Sleep Canyon). The town's small size means it may rely on Washakie County Planning and Zoning for some or all building permit functions, or may have no formal building code or permit requirement of its own. Confirm this referral relationship with both the Town and the County before proceeding.

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Ten Sleep

Uncertain. Ten Sleep may have adopted no formal residential building code, in which case permits may not be formally required for residential construction (though electrical permits remain required statewide and fire safety requirements apply to commercial construction). If the town has adopted a code or references the county process, standard permit requirements for new construction, additions, and structural alterations would apply. CONFIRM WITH THE TOWN.

Scope of work

Permit?

Agricultural exemptions likely apply for working farm operations

Exempt

Small accessory structures common Wyoming exemptions likely apply if any code is in effect

Exempt

Exempt Agricultural exemptions likely apply for working farm operations
Exempt Small accessory structures common Wyoming exemptions likely apply if any code is in effect

Note: Confirm specific exemptions with both the Town and Washakie County before assuming any project qualifies for exemption.

Required documents

Site plan (hand-drawn acceptable for simple residential projects in many rural jurisdictions)
Basic construction drawings sufficient to describe the work
Property ownership documentation
Contractor contact information (if contractor-performed)

Owner-builder: As with the rest of Wyoming, no GC license is required statewide. Homeowners may typically perform their own construction. Electrical must comply with state licensing requirements.
Contractor requirements: No Wyoming statewide GC license. State electrical contractor licensing applies. Confirm any local registration requirements with the Town.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not confirmed. Given the town's very small size, processing times may be short but unpredictable. Phone coordination is essential.

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Call the Town of Ten Sleep at (307) 366-2228 to determine: (a) Whether the town issues its own building permits or refers projects to Washakie County; (b) Whether any local building code has been adopted; (c) What process and documents apply to your specific project type
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If the town handles permits locally: Obtain the applicable application form from Town Hall
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Prepare required documents: site plan, construction plans, property information (hand-drawn site plans acceptable for simple residential projects in many rural jurisdictions)
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Submit in person at Town Hall during office hours
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Pay applicable permit fee
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Await review and receive issued permit
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If the town refers to Washakie County, follow the Washakie County unincorporated process (contact Washakie County Planning and Zoning at (307) 347-3131)
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Obtain electrical permit separately from Wyoming Division of Labor Standards at https://electricians.wyo.gov/ or (307) 777-7261
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For commercial projects, contact Wyoming State Fire Marshal at https://wsfm.wyo.gov/
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Schedule required inspections with the applicable authority upon permit issuance
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Pass all required inspections and receive final approval

Typical processing time: Not confirmed. Given the town's very small size, processing times may be short but unpredictable. Phone coordination is essential.

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Contact the Town of Ten Sleep at (307) 366-2228 for any local inspection requirements (phone)
If the county handles permits, schedule with Washakie County at (307) 347-3131 (phone)
Electrical inspections always go to the Wyoming Division of Labor Standards at https://electricians.wyo.gov/ or (307) 777-7261 (phone)

Inspection hours: Town Hall hours not confirmed from public sources. Given the very small staff, availability is limited; call ahead before visiting.

Typical sequence: If local inspections are required, the sequence would follow standard Wyoming residential construction: foundation, framing, rough trades (electrical separately), and final. The exact sequence depends on what the Town or County requires. Electrical inspections must be coordinated separately with the Wyoming Division of Labor Standards.

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Ten Sleep permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Ten Sleep, WY? ▸

02 How do I apply for a building permit in Ten Sleep, WY? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Ten Sleep, WY, follow these steps: 1. Call the Town of Ten Sleep at (307) 366-2228 to determine: (a) Whether the town issues its own building permits or refers projects to Washakie County; (b) Whether any local building code has been adopted; (c) What process and documents apply to your specific project type 2. If the town handles permits locally: Obtain the applicable application form from Town Hall 3. Prepare required documents: site plan, construction plans, property information (hand-drawn site plans acceptable for simple residential projects in many rural jurisdictions) 4. Submit in person at Town Hall during office hours 5. Pay applicable permit fee 6. Await review and receive issued permit 7. If the town refers to Washakie County, follow the Washakie County unincorporated process (contact Washakie County Planning and Zoning at (307) 347-3131) 8. Obtain electrical permit separately from Wyoming Division of Labor Standards at https://electricians.wyo.gov/ or (307) 777-7261 9. For commercial projects, contact Wyoming State Fire Marshal at https://wsfm.wyo.gov/ 10. Schedule required inspections with the applicable authority upon permit issuance 11. Pass all required inspections and receive final approval

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Ten Sleep, WY? ▸

Building permit processing times in Ten Sleep, WY typically run Not confirmed. Given the town's very small size, processing times may be short but unpredictable. Phone coordination is essential.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Ten Sleep, WY? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Ten Sleep, WY. The following work is generally exempt: Agricultural exemptions likely apply for working farm operations; Small accessory structures common Wyoming exemptions likely apply if any code is in effect. Note: Confirm specific exemptions with both the Town and Washakie County before assuming any project qualifies for exemption. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Ten Sleep, WY? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Ten Sleep, WY via: Contact the Town of Ten Sleep at (307) 366-2228 for any local inspection requirements, If the county handles permits, schedule with Washakie County at (307) 347-3131, Electrical inspections always go to the Wyoming Division of Labor Standards at https://electricians.wyo.gov/ or (307) 777-7261.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Town of Ten Sleep -- Town Clerk / Town Council before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Town of Ten Sleep

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