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Laramie building permits
VerifiedLaramie, Wyoming — as published 2026-07-17.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by the City of Laramie (Bulletin #2 Codes and Design Information, Feb. 2026 edition); Contractor Licensing page confirms the City adopted the 2024 ICC cycle effective September 1, 20242024 International Residential Code (IRC) for One- and Two-Family Dwellings2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC)2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC)2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Laramie uses IPC (per Building Department (Code Administration) page), not the Uniform Plumbing Code2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC)2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC)2024 International Fire Code (IFC)2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)2026 National Electrical Code (NEC), published by NFPA, adopted with certain local amendments, additions and deletions [2026-07-17 re-verification RESOLVED: LMC § 15.24.030(A)(1) adopts the NEC ambulatorily — "the most recently issued editions of the National Electrical Code is adopted by reference" — in a dedicated NEC-specific section (not merely inherited from the ICC cycle), so the governing edition tracks whatever NFPA's current edition is. The Wyoming State Fire Marshal confirms the 2026 NEC took effect statewide July 1, 2026 (wsfm.wyo.gov/electrical-safety). The City's Informational Bulletin #2 (dated Feb. 2026, i.e. before that July 1 transition) still lists "(2023)" — accurate when written, now stale, not a genuine ordinance/bulletin conflict. The 2023 NEC is retained here only as prior-edition history; see electrical-permit tips for the full resolution]ICC A117.1 (2017) — ADA/accessibility standardLaramie Municipal Code (LMC) Title 15.24 — Buildings and Construction (local amendments to the above codes); most recently amended by Ordinance No. 1881 (effective May 23, 2026) and Ordinance No. 1870 (effective Sept. 19, 2025)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwellings, duplexes, and other one- and two-family residential construction within the City of Laramie. Governed by the 2024 IRC as adopted by the City, with local design criteria (snow, wind, seismic, frost depth) per Informational Bulletin #2.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submit one set of complete plans and specifications, including a site plan and energy model (e.g., REScheck), as both a hard copy and a digital PDF
- Plans must show: site plan (lot dimensions, building footprint, decks, overhangs, off-street parking, utilities, drainage, topography, landscaping); footing/foundation plan with soils report where required; geotechnical/drainage report where required; framing plan; floor plan of each floor; exterior elevations; wall sections and details
- Design must account for local criteria: 115 mph wind speed (Exposure C), Seismic Site Class B, 30 psf ground/roof snow load, 42-inch minimum frost depth
- All applications submitted through the City of Laramie Civic Access online portal
- Standard plan review period is approximately 3 weeks (15 business days); plan review fee applies where valuation exceeds $5,000
- Separate permits required for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, signs, and fire sprinklers
- All contractors must hold a current City of Laramie contractor license (in addition to any Wyoming state trade license)
- Certificate of Occupancy required before occupying the building; issued at no additional cost after a successful final inspection
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Online application submitted through the City of Laramie's Civic Access web portal
- RequiredConstruction Drawings and SpecificationsOne hard copy set plus a digital PDF set: site plan, footing/foundation plan, framing plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, wall sections/details
- RequiredEnergy Compliance Documentation (REScheck)Required energy model demonstrating compliance with the 2024 IECC
- OptionalSoils/Geotechnical ReportRequired where the Building Official determines soil conditions warrant it
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation | $23.50 (no plan review fee below $5,000 valuation) | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Informational Bulletin #25, effective Jan. 1, 2006) |
| Building Permit Fee — $24,001 to $25,000 valuation | $391.25 building permit fee plus $254.31 plan review fee | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $99,001 to $100,000 valuation | $993.75 building permit fee plus $645.94 plan review fee | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $100,001 to $500,000 valuation | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Plan Review Fee — $100,001 to $500,000 valuation | $645.94 for the first $100,000 plus $3.53 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — $500,001 to $1,000,000 valuation | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Building Permit Fee — $1,000,001 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| State of Wyoming / University of Wyoming owned buildings | Exempt from building permit and plan review fees | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — exemption for state-owned buildings |
| Reinspection / after-hours inspection / inspection with no fee specified | $47.00/hour (minimum charge one-half hour to two hours depending on category) | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, structural alterations, remodels, basement finishes, and other significant alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings in Laramie. Charged under the same general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule as new construction (no separate flat fee table).
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Room additions, structural modifications, basement finishes, and remodels require a building permit
- Submit plans showing scope, dimensions, structural details, and connection to the existing structure
- Charged under the City's general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — there is no separate flat fee table for additions/remodels
- Applications submitted through the Civic Access portal
- Separate trade permits (electrical, mechanical, plumbing) required if those systems are altered
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Online application; select the addition/remodel scope
- RequiredSite PlanExisting structures, proposed addition footprint, dimensions to property lines
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsPlans showing all aspects of the addition or alteration, drawn to the City's general standards for plans and drawings (Bulletin #3)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new construction) | See Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation up to $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65/$1,000 above that | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Bulletin #25); additions/remodels have no separate flat fee — charged under the general valuation table, which is a fully verified fact per the framework's valuation-table rule |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for new electrical installations, alterations, and additions in Laramie. Per the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's 'Local and State Jurisdictions' enforcement chart, Laramie's electrical arrangement is split: the CITY of Laramie issues the permit and performs electrical INSPECTIONS (ELEC INSP = L), while electrical PLAN REVIEW is performed by the STATE (Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office / Chief Electrical Inspector) (ELEC PR = S). This is corroborated by the City's own Informational Bulletin #12, which states that electrical contractors must be licensed by BOTH the City of Laramie AND the State of Wyoming.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- A permit is required for all new electrical installations and for additions or alterations to new or existing buildings/structures
- Routine maintenance (repair/replacement of switches, lighting fixtures, or receptacle outlets) is exempt from permitting
- Permits are issued only to licensed electrical contractors, or to homeowners performing work in a single-family dwelling they both own and occupy (from the distribution panel/breaker cabinet downstream to the device or fixture)
- Homeowners may NOT do their own service connection work; only a City of Laramie- and State of Wyoming-licensed electrical contractor may work on electrical service equipment
- Per the WSFM enforcement chart: the City of Laramie performs electrical inspections; the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office (Chief Electrical Inspector) performs electrical plan review for Laramie — contact the City to confirm current plan-review submission routing for complex/commercial electrical scopes
- Rough-in inspection required before work is covered by wall covering, paneling, or insulation; final inspection required with all devices/fixtures energized to verify proper operation; 24-hour advance notice required to schedule
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Submitted through the City of Laramie Civic Access web portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation | $23.50 | City of Laramie Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Permit Fee Schedules — Electrical Unit Fee Schedule (valuation-based table) |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 valuation | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | City of Laramie Electrical Unit Fee Schedule |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $25,001.00 to $50,000.00 valuation | $391.25 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | — |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $50,001.00 to $100,000.00 valuation | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | — |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $100,001.00 to $500,000.00 valuation | $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | — |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $500,001.00 to $1,000,000.00 valuation | $3,233.75 for the first $500,000 plus $4.75 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | — |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $1,000,001.00 and up | $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | — |
| Wyoming State Fire Marshal wiring permit (if electrical plan review routes through the state program) | Standard wiring permit $50 (temporary/90-day $40); waived if inspection is requested and paid for | WY State Fire Marshal's Office — electrical-safety program fee schedule; applies to the STATE's plan-review/administrative side of Laramie's split arrangement — confirm current applicability with the City and WSFM regional inspector |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Laramie. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC). Charged per the City's Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule (a base permit fee plus itemized per-fixture/system fees), separate from the valuation-based building permit table.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Base plumbing permit fee plus itemized per-item fees for fixtures, sewer/water service, gas piping, boilers, and water heaters
- Applications submitted through the Civic Access portal
- 24-hour advance notice required to schedule inspections
- Separate permit from the general building permit — required even when submitted alongside a building permit application
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (via Civic Access portal, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form)Lists base permit fee plus itemized fixture/system counts and fees
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Base Permit Fee | $20.00 | City of Laramie Plumbing Permit Application form / Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule |
| Supplemental Permit | $10.00 | — |
| Sewer Service Installation or Replacement | $15.00 | — |
| Water Service Installation or Replacement | $15.00 | — |
| Each Plumbing Fixture or Trap | $7.00 | — |
| Gas Piping, up to and including 5 outlets | $5.00 (each additional outlet over 5: $1.00) | — |
| Water Heater | $7.00 | — |
| Each New or Enlarged Water or Sewer Service Tap at Main | $20.00 | City of Laramie Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule (Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Permit Fee Schedules document) |
| Boiler System to 500,000 Btu/h | $27.15 | Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule item 9 |
| Boiler System to 1,000,000 Btu/h | $37.25 | — |
| Lawn Sprinkler System | $7.00 | — |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, ventilation, and fuel-gas equipment installations in Laramie. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Charged per the City's itemized Mechanical Unit Fee Schedule.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Base permit fee plus itemized per-item fees for furnaces, boilers/compressors, air-handling units, and gas piping
- Applications submitted through the Civic Access portal
- 24-hour advance notice required for inspections
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form)Lists base permit fee plus itemized equipment fees
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Base Permit Fee | $23.50 | City of Laramie Mechanical Unit Fee Schedule |
| Supplemental Permit | $7.25 | — |
| Forced Air/Gravity Furnace to 100,000 Btu/h | $14.80 | — |
| Forced Air/Gravity Furnace over 100,000 Btu/h | $18.20 | — |
| Gas Piping, up to and including 5 outlets | $5.00 (each additional outlet over 5: $1.00) | — |
| Alter Heating, Refrigeration, Cooling or Absorption System | $13.70 | — |
| Air-Handling Unit up to and including 10,000 cfm | $10.65 | Air-handling unit OVER 10,000 cfm is $18.10 per the Mechanical Unit Fee Schedule (item 11) |
| Boiler, Compressor or Absorption System to 3 hp/100,000 Btu/h | $14.70 | — |
| Install or Relocate Boiler or Compressor, 3–15 hp | $27.15 | City of Laramie Mechanical Unit Fee Schedule item 3 |
| Install or Relocate Boiler or Compressor, 15–30 hp | $37.25 | — |
| Hood System | $10.65 | — |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement (tear-off and reroof) in Laramie. Roofing has no separate flat fee or dedicated permit line; it is charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule. Roof assemblies must comply with the 2024 IRC/IBC roofing chapters per Informational Bulletin #30.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- A building permit is required for roof replacement/reroofing
- Roof assemblies must comply with 2024 IRC Chapters 8–9 (residential) or 2024 IBC Chapter 15 (commercial)
- Ice barrier required; drip edge required at eave and rake; maximum one layer of asphalt shingles; one layer of 15 lb. felt underlayment minimum
- Design snow load 30 psf; wind speed 115 mph (3-second gust)
- Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — no separate flat roofing fee
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Select reroof/roofing scope; plans may be minimal for straightforward residential tear-off/reroof
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (no dedicated reroof fee line) | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation up to the full table) | Roofing has no separate flat fee in Laramie's fee schedules; per the framework's valuation-table rule this is a fully verified fact — the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Bulletin #25) applies |
Solar PV / Private Energy Generation Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of solar, wind, or standby generator private energy generation systems in Laramie, whether stand-alone or grid-tied. Depending on the scope, both a building permit and an electrical permit may be required (per Informational Bulletin #23, Private Energy Generation Systems).
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Permits required for all new or altered private energy generation systems (solar, wind, conventional stand-by generators), stand-alone or grid-tied
- Building and/or electrical permit application required depending on the nature of the work
- Site plan showing existing/proposed site improvements
- Structural plan showing foundations, supports, towers, or other equipment/mounting devices — generally must be prepared by a Wyoming registered professional engineer, showing compliance with gravity and wind loads
- One-line electrical drawing with load calculations, wiring sizes, disconnects, overload protection, and grounding; equipment must be listed by a nationally recognized testing agency (UL/CSA)
- Signed net metering agreement from the power utility required if grid-tied
- Electrical permits may be issued to homeowners performing work on their own private dwelling, EXCEPT the final utility interconnection, which must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor
- Final inspection required before any equipment is energized
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding and/or Electrical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Depending on scope of work — structural (mounting/racking) and/or electrical (interconnection) permit
- RequiredSite PlanExisting and proposed site improvements
- RequiredStructural PlanFoundations, supports, towers, mounting devices; generally requires a Wyoming registered professional engineer's stamp
- RequiredOne-Line Electrical DrawingLoad calculations, wiring sizes, disconnects, overload protection, grounding; equipment identified by manufacturer/model, UL/CSA listed
- OptionalNet Metering AgreementSigned agreement from the power utility, required for grid-tied systems
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (structural/mounting scope) — valuation-based | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (no dedicated solar fee line) | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule; solar has no separate flat fee — charged under the general valuation table for the structural/building scope |
| Electrical Permit Fee (interconnection scope) — valuation-based | Per the Electrical Unit Fee Schedule (e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation, scaling per the table) | City of Laramie Electrical Unit Fee Schedule — applies to the electrical/interconnection scope of a solar installation |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedElectric vehicle charging equipment (EVSE) installation in Laramie is an electrical permit, subject to the same city/state split documented on this file's general Electrical Permit entry: the CITY of Laramie issues the permit and performs inspections, while electrical plan review (for scopes requiring it) is performed by the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office. No dedicated EV-charger/EVSE fee line exists in the City's Electrical Unit Fee Schedule — an EVSE circuit is billed under the same valuation-based electrical fee table used for any other electrical installation.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- A permit is required for EVSE/EV charger circuit installation, governed by the City's ambulatory adoption of the current NEC (LMC § 15.24.030(A)(1)), which tracks the State of Wyoming's currently-effective NEC edition (2026 NEC as of July 1, 2026), including NEC Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System)
- Permits are issued only to licensed electrical contractors, or to homeowners performing work in a single-family dwelling they both own and occupy (from the distribution panel/breaker cabinet downstream to the device or fixture)
- Homeowners may NOT do their own service connection work; only a City of Laramie- and State of Wyoming-licensed electrical contractor may work on electrical service equipment, relevant if the EVSE installation requires a service upgrade
- Rough-in inspection required before work is covered; final inspection required with the EVSE energized to verify proper operation; 24-hour advance notice required to schedule
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Submitted through the City of Laramie Civic Access web portal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation | $23.50 | City of Laramie Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Permit Fee Schedules — Electrical Unit Fee Schedule (valuation-based table); no dedicated EV-charger/EVSE line item exists, so this is the applicable base tier for a typical EVSE circuit installation |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 valuation | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | City of Laramie Electrical Unit Fee Schedule — applicable if the EVSE installation includes a service upgrade or larger electrical scope |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an ADU on a single-family residential lot in Laramie. ADUs were formally authorized city-wide in the R1, LR, and RR zoning districts by Enrolled Ordinance No. 1807 (effective April 19, 2022), which created LMC 15.10.030.D.5 (Accessory Dwelling Units) and amended the Chapter 15.28 definition of 'Dwelling, Accessory.' Processed as a standard residential building permit application (no separate ADU-specific permit form), subject to the ADU-specific zoning standards below.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Permitted as an accessory use in the R1, LR, and RR (single-family) zoning districts per LMC 15.10.030.D.5
- May be attached to or detached from the principal structure on the property
- All applicable lot and principal-building-type dimensional standards for the district apply (LMC Table 15.12-2)
- Only ONE accessory dwelling unit is permitted per detached one-unit dwelling lot
- Must have a separate access from the principal structure
- Must have separate utility access from the principal structure EXCEPT that the principal use and an approved ADU may share the same utility meter (per LMC 15.10.030.C.5, as amended by Ordinance 1807) — confirm current utility metering requirements with Code Administration, as the ordinance text on shared/separate utility access appears in two places with slightly different framing
- Building footprint of the ADU may be up to 40% of the principal dwelling's building footprint OR 600 square feet, whichever is LESSER
- Maximum ADU size: 1,200 square feet; minimum ADU size: 220 square feet
- ADU height may not exceed the height of the principal structure
- Standard building permit application, plans, and fees apply (same process as residential-building-permit)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)ADUs are processed through the standard residential building permit process; no separate ADU permit form
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, existing structures, proposed ADU location/footprint, setbacks, separate access point
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFull plan set demonstrating compliance with LMC 15.10.030.D.5 size/footprint/height standards and Table 15.12-2 dimensional standards
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as new residential construction) | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation, scaling per the table | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule; ADUs have no separate flat fee — charged under the general valuation table, same as new construction |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedA building permit is required before demolishing any building or structure within the City of Laramie, with limited exceptions for small accessory structures, low fences, small decks, and public right-of-way structures. Fees may include the building permit, street/sidewalk closure permit, excavation permit, and landfill fees.
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before beginning any demolition, except: one-story detached accessory structures (tool/storage sheds) under 200 sq ft; fences not over 7 feet high; decks not exceeding 200 sq ft and not more than 30 inches above grade; public buildings/structures within a public right-of-way
- Reviewed for code compliance by multiple City divisions: building and fire codes, public works standards, development code
- Engineering report may be required to show the demolition can be completed safely with minimal impact to public right-of-way or adjoining property (can be waived for minor/isolated work)
- Street or sidewalk closure permit required from the City Engineering Division if any closure occurs
- Hazardous material/disposal/haul plan required, including WYDEQ asbestos notification copy where applicable, and an estimate of material quantities to be hauled to the City landfill
- Environmental controls required during construction (stormwater/SWPPP, noise, dust, wind-blown debris) per City noise ordinance
- Post-demolition site remediation plan required: excavations filled/graded/seeded, abandoned driveways replaced with standard curb/gutter/sidewalk, underground utilities abandoned per city standards
- Final inspection required upon completion; damaged public facilities must be repaired and site cleaned of debris
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Demolition-scope building permit application
- OptionalEngineering ReportRequired when the Building Official determines it necessary to show safe demolition methodology; may be waived for minor work
- RequiredHazardous Material/Disposal/Haul PlanIdentifies hazardous materials and disposal location; includes WYDEQ asbestos notification copy where required
- OptionalStreet or Sidewalk Closure PlanSeparate permit from the City Engineering Division if closure occurs
- RequiredPost-Demolition Site Remediation PlanSite fill/grade/seed plan, driveway/utility abandonment plan
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (demolition scope) — valuation-based | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (no dedicated flat demolition fee) | Informational Bulletin #11 states demolition permit fees 'may include the building permit, street closure permit, excavation permit, and landfill fees' — an estimate can be provided in advance by Code Administration; no separate flat demolition fee line is published |
Deck Permit
VerifiedRequired for decks in Laramie except small decks meeting the exemption threshold (not more than 30 inches above grade, not attached to the house, not over 200 sq ft, not serving the primary egress/front door). Governed by the IRC/IBC per Informational Bulletin #14; charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (no separate flat deck fee).
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Exempt only if: not more than 30 inches above grade, not attached to the house, not over 200 sq ft, and does not serve the primary egress/front door. All other decks require a building permit.
- Submit application, plans, and specifications for review
- Site plan showing dimensions to each property line; setbacks apply per zoning district (contact Code Administration for setback confirmation)
- Structural plan from lowest footing point to highest point of work (handrail/roof), including framing material sizes, wood species, spans, and footing design
- Commercial decks may require a structural design by a Wyoming registered professional engineer or architect
- Detail of connection to the existing building, including fasteners and hangers
- Piers must be a minimum of 42 inches below frost depth
- Stairway/handrail dimensional standards apply per IRC (min. 36-inch stairway width, max. 7¾-inch rise, min. 10-inch tread run, etc.)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Deck-scope building permit application with site and structural plans
- RequiredSite PlanLot dimensions, existing buildings, proposed deck/patio location, setback dimensions to property line
- RequiredStructural PlanFraming materials, wood species, spans, footing design from lowest footing to highest point
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (deck scope) — valuation-based | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (no dedicated flat deck fee) | Decks have no separate flat fee in Laramie — charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Bulletin #25), which is a fully verified fact per the framework's valuation-table rule |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for interior alterations, renovations, or change-of-use work in existing commercial buildings in Laramie. Uses the same general valuation-based Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule as other building permits; governed by the 2024 IBC/IEBC and 2024 IECC (commercial energy compliance via COMMcheck).
Verified 2026-07-17 · Source
Requirements
- Submit one complete set of plans, specifications, site plan, and energy model (COMMcheck) as both hard copy and digital PDF
- Change of use is separately regulated (LMC 15.10.010, Change of Use) and may trigger additional zoning/use review beyond the building permit
- Plans for buildings over 4,000 sq ft, over three stories, or with five or more dwelling units must be professionally prepared
- Applications submitted through the Civic Access portal
- Additional supporting documentation required where public food preparation/handling is involved
- Standard plan review period approximately 3–4 weeks; may take longer for complex commercial projects
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)Commercial tenant improvement / remodel scope
- RequiredConstruction Drawings and SpecificationsFull commercial plan set; professionally prepared (architect/engineer) for buildings over 4,000 sq ft or 3+ stories
- RequiredEnergy Compliance Documentation (COMMcheck)Required for commercial buildings under the 2024 IECC
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation-based (same schedule as residential) | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (e.g., $993.75 for the first $100,000 plus $5.60/$1,000 above that) | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Bulletin #25) applies to commercial projects using the same valuation table as residential; no separate commercial-only fee schedule was found |
| Plan Review Fee | Per the same valuation-based Plan Review Fee columns as the Building Permit Fee table | City of Laramie Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
Sign Permit
VerifiedRequired for placement, construction, erection, or structural modification of most signs in the City of Laramie, per LMC 15.14.120.C.1 (Sign Permit Requirements): "Unless otherwise provided by this chapter, all signs shall require a permit." A substantial list of sign types is exempt from permitting (see requirements). Applications are processed by the City Manager's Office/Code Administration through the Civic Access portal; fees follow the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee Schedule per Informational Bulletin #25, which explicitly groups "Plumbing, Mechanical and Sign Permits" under "the fee schedule above for building & signs."
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- A sign permit is required for the placement, construction, erection, or structural modification of any sign not specifically exempted, per LMC 15.14.120.C.1
- Exempt from permitting (LMC 15.14.120.C.2): barber poles; building markers/plaques/cornerstones; time-temperature signs ≤32 sq ft; commemorative signs; construction signs ≤32 sq ft and ≤7 ft in height; street address numbers; government flags/noncommercial flags; fuel price signs (≤32 sq ft copy area per price); traffic-control/regulatory government signs; holiday decorations; non-commercial neon signs (and small in-window commercial neon signs ≤8 sq ft meeting EMC standards); incidental signs; gravestones; residential nameplates; pennants/festoons; political signs ≤32 sq ft/≤7 ft not in the right-of-way; for-sale/lease signs (≤6 sq ft residential, ≤32 sq ft non-residential, not illuminated); sandwich boards <3 ft tall; certain licensed-vehicle signs; signs not visible from a public right-of-way; temporary window signs; and window signs covering <50% of window area, among others
- Prohibited outright, with no permit available: abandoned signs not removed within 180 days; beacon signs; revolving signs; most off-premise signs (except off-premise directional/wayfinding signs and I-80 Corridor Billboard Sign District billboards); roof signs (except integral roof signs); signs located in/above the public right-of-way (except governmental, wayfinding, and certain projecting/suspended signs); and portable signs other than compliant sandwich boards and vehicle signs
- Commercial/industrial zoning districts (NB, B1, B2, C2, LM, I1, I2, IP, AV, AE): total aggregate sign display area per lot (excluding wall signs) is capped at 300 sq ft for a single street frontage, with an additional 150 sq ft allocated per additional street frontage (LMC 15.14.120.D.2.a-b)
- Residential districts (RR, LR, R1, R2, R2M, R3): subdivision identification monument signs (subdivisions of 4+ units) are capped at 24 sq ft display area and 5 ft height, set back ≥5 ft from property lines; home occupation signs are capped at 2 sq ft and may not stand in a required setback; pole-style freestanding signs and billboards are not permitted (LMC 15.14.120.D.1)
- Application is made to the City Manager's Office (administered in practice by Code Administration via the Civic Access portal) on a form specified in the City's Codes Administrative Manual, accompanied by the sign permit fee (LMC 15.14.120.I.2)
- The City Manager's Office must approve and issue (or deny) a sign permit within 14 days of receipt of a valid, code-compliant application (LMC 15.14.120.I.2.c)
- All required building permits, including electrical permits, must be separately applied for and obtained before installation of the sign — the sign permit does not substitute for them (LMC 15.14.120.I.2.d)
Required documents
- RequiredSign Permit Application (via Civic Access portal, form per the City's Codes Administrative Manual)Submitted to the City Manager's Office/Code Administration; must be accompanied by the sign permit fee
- RequiredSign Plans/DrawingsDimensions, sign display area, height, location on the lot/building, and illumination details sufficient to verify compliance with LMC 15.14.120
- OptionalElectrical Permit Application (if the sign is illuminated or otherwise requires electrical work)Separate permit required per LMC 15.14.120.I.2.d — the sign permit is not a substitute
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sign Permit Fee — valuation-based (same table as the general Building Permit) | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule — e.g., $23.50 for $1-$500 valuation, scaling per the table up to $5,608.75 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.65/$1,000 above that | Informational Bulletin #25 (Building Permit & Plan Review Fee Schedule) states verbatim under 'Plumbing, Mechanical and Sign Permits': '$0-5,000.00: Exempt [for State of Wyoming/UW-owned buildings]; $5,001.00 or more: See fee schedule above for building & signs' — i.e., signs are priced on the same valuation table as building permits. NOTE: LMC 15.14.120.I.3 separately states 'Fees for sign permits shall be as established per Sec. 15.06.030.B.6.c of this Title' — a cross-reference to a Planning/Zoning procedural fee section. The City's Planning, Zoning and Engineering Fees schedule (Attachment A, adopted June 7, 2016) was independently checked and does not list a distinct dollar figure for 'sign permit' as such, so this second cross-reference could not be reconciled to a specific number; Bulletin #25's explicit 'building & signs' fee-table instruction is used here as the grounded, dollar-figure source. |
Fire Sprinkler System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation, alteration, or extension of automatic fire sprinkler systems (and commercial kitchen hood suppression systems) in Laramie. Laramie's own multi-trade permit application form lists 'Fire Protection System' as Item #7 of the Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule, but directs that its fee be charged per the Building Permit Fee Schedule rather than a flat plumbing unit fee. Governed by the City's adopted 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) and the fire-suppression-system standards it references.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Fire protection (sprinkler) systems are applied for on the standard Plumbing Permit Application (via Civic Access, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form), using the 'Item #7 Fire Protection System' line
- Per the Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule (item 7): 'Each fire protection system (fire sprinkler systems & hood systems) - See Building Permit Fee Schedule' — the fee is valuation-based per the general Building Permit Fee Schedule, not the flat per-fixture plumbing fees used elsewhere on the same form
- Governed by the City's adopted 2024 International Fire Code (IFC), which incorporates NFPA fire-sprinkler design and installation standards by reference
- 24-hour advance notice required to schedule inspections (standard convention across all Code Administration trade permits per the Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form)
- Separate permit from the general building permit, required even when submitted alongside a building permit application for the same project (consistent with the requirement noted on this file's residential-building-permit entry that 'separate permits required for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, signs, and fire sprinklers')
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (via Civic Access portal, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form), Item #7 Fire Protection SystemSame multi-trade permit application form used for plumbing, listing 'Fire Protection System' as a distinct line item
- RequiredFire Sprinkler System PlansSystem layout, piping, and design sufficient for plan review under the adopted IFC/referenced NFPA standards; the City has not published a fire-sprinkler-specific submittal checklist separate from its general plan-review requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fire Protection System (fire sprinkler systems & hood systems) — valuation-based, per Building Permit Fee Schedule | Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (Informational Bulletin #25) — e.g., $23.50 for $1-$500 valuation, scaling per the table | City of Laramie Electrical, Mechanical and Plumbing Permit Fee Schedules document (Plumbing Unit Fee Schedule, item 7), which directs this item to 'See Building Permit Fee Schedule' rather than a flat plumbing charge |
Fire Alarm System Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation or alteration of fire alarm systems in Laramie. Unlike fire sprinklers (permitted under the Plumbing Permit Application), Laramie's official multi-trade permit form places fire alarms under the Electrical Permit Application as a distinct checkbox item — 'Fire Protection Systems (Alarms)' — billed under the standard valuation-based Electrical Unit Fee Schedule. Subject to the same city/state electrical split (City of Laramie performs inspections; the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office performs plan review) documented on this file's general Electrical Permit entry.
Verified 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- Fire alarm systems are applied for on the standard Electrical Permit Application (via Civic Access, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form), with the 'Fire Protection Systems (Alarms)' box checked
- Billed under the standard valuation-based Electrical Unit Fee Schedule — the City's fee schedule documents show no separate flat fire-alarm fee line
- Subject to the same electrical contractor licensing requirement (City of Laramie AND State of Wyoming) and the same city/state split documented on this file's Electrical Permit entry: per the WSFM 'Local and State Jurisdictions' chart, the City performs electrical inspections while the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office (Chief Electrical Inspector) performs electrical plan review for Laramie
- Governed by the City's adopted 2024 International Fire Code (IFC) and the NEC provisions (ambulatorily adopted per LMC 15.24.030(A)(1), currently the 2026 NEC) applicable to fire alarm circuits and equipment
- 24-hour advance notice required to schedule inspections
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal, or the City's paper Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical Permit Application form), 'Fire Protection Systems (Alarms)' box checkedSame application form used for general electrical permits, with a dedicated checkbox for fire alarm/fire protection system scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation | $23.50 | City of Laramie Electrical Unit Fee Schedule; no dedicated fire-alarm fee line exists, so a fire alarm circuit/system is billed under the same valuation-based table as any other electrical work |
| Electrical Permit Fee — $2,001.00 to $25,000.00 valuation | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000, or fraction thereof | City of Laramie Electrical Unit Fee Schedule — applicable tier for larger fire alarm system installations |
Certificate of Occupancy / Change of Use
A Certificate of Occupancy (CO) is required before occupying any new building, addition, or space in Laramie, and is issued at no additional cost after a successful final inspection under the applicable building permit (per this file's residential-building-permit entry). Laramie has no separate standalone 'change of use permit' application or fee; instead, LMC 15.10.010 (Change of Use) classifies every land use into one of 14 numbered 'Use Levels' (Table 15.10-2), and LMC 15.14.010.B.4 determines whether a change of use triggers full Chapter 15.14 Development Standards compliance before a new Certificate of Occupancy can issue.
Reviewed 2026-07-22 · Source
Requirements
- A Certificate of Occupancy is required before occupying any new building, addition, or altered/changed-use space; it is issued after a successful final inspection under whatever building permit governs the work, at no separate CO fee (consistent with this file's residential-building-permit entry)
- LMC 15.10.010 (Change of Use) assigns every land-use category in Table 15.10-1 to one of 14 numbered 'Use Levels' in Table 15.10-2 (e.g., Level 1 = Agriculture/Household Living; Level 6 = Financial Service, Office and Technology, Personal Services, Retail Sales; Level 7 = Food and Beverage Services, Outdoor/Indoor Recreation; Level 14 = Waste and Salvage)
- A change of use WITHIN the same Use Level does NOT require compliance with Chapter 15.14 Development Standards, per LMC 15.14.010.B.4.a — the code's own example: converting a financial institution (Level 6) to a clothing store (Level 6-Retail) triggers no additional site/building standards review
- A change of use that moves OUTSIDE the existing Use Level DOES require full compliance with Chapter 15.14 Development Standards — building design, building materials, parking, landscaping, screening, buffering, and public improvements — applied to the ENTIRETY of the existing development, not just the portion changing use (LMC 15.14.010.B.2 and B.4)
- There is no dedicated 'change of use permit' product or fee; the physical work associated with a change of use is processed through the standard building permit (see this file's commercial-tenant-improvement-permit entry), and any Chapter 15.14-triggering change additionally requires the applicable Planning Division site plan review (Type 1/Limited, Type 2/Partial, or Type 3/Full Compliance, per the Planning, Zoning and Engineering Fees schedule)
- Confirm the current and proposed Use Level classification with the Planning Division before assuming a change of use is exempt from Chapter 15.14 compliance
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via Civic Access portal), for any tenant-improvement or change-of-use-related workThe Certificate of Occupancy is issued as the closing document of this permit process, not a separate application
- OptionalSite Plan Review Application (Type 1, 2, or 3, via the Planning Division)Required only when the change of use crosses Use Levels and triggers Chapter 15.14 Development Standards compliance
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate of Occupancy | No separate fee — issued at no additional cost after a successful final inspection | Consistent with this file's residential-building-permit entry and general City of Laramie practice; no dedicated CO fee schedule was found published separately from the building permit process |
| Site Plan Review - Type 1 (Limited Compliance) | $35 | Planning, Zoning and Engineering Fees, Attachment A (adopted by City Council June 7, 2016, effective same date) — applies only if the change of use triggers Chapter 15.14 compliance review |
| Site Plan Review - Type 2 (Partial Compliance) | $225 | Planning, Zoning and Engineering Fees, Attachment A |
| Site Plan Review - Type 3 (Full Compliance) | $420 | Planning, Zoning and Engineering Fees, Attachment A |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
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