How long does plan review take in Laramie?

The standard plan review period is about three weeks (15 business days) from submittal, per City of Laramie Informational Bulletin #1. Complex projects may take longer, and a plan review fee applies when the valuation exceeds $5,000.

Do I need a separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permit?

Yes. Laramie requires separate permits for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, signs, and fire sprinkler work in addition to the general building permit.

Residential Building Permit (New Construction) in Laramie, Wyoming

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Required 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.

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$23.50 (no plan review fee below $5,000 valuation)Building Permit Fee — $1.00 to $500.00 valuation

When you need this permit

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

Req
Building Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)
Online application submitted through the City of Laramie's Civic Access web portal
Req
Construction Drawings and Specifications
One hard copy set plus a digital PDF set: site plan, footing/foundation plan, framing plan, floor plans, exterior elevations, wall sections/details
Req
Energy Compliance Documentation (REScheck)
Required energy model demonstrating compliance with the 2024 IECC
Opt
Soils/Geotechnical Report
Required 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

Review timeline

15–21 business days

Laramie’s published plan-review target

Inspection process

1
Foundation / Under-floor
Before concrete pour — footings must extend below the 42-inch frost depth
2
Structural Framing
After framing complete, before insulation or wall cover
3
Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical
Rough-in inspections for all trade work before it is concealed
4
Wall Coverings / Insulation
Insulation and wall-cover inspection before drywall
5
Final
All work complete; required before Certificate of Occupancy is issued

Tips

Laramie adopted the 2024 ICC code cycle effective September 1, 2024 — confirm the current adopted edition with Code Administration, as bulletins are updated periodically (Bulletin #2 was last revised February 2026).
Design wind speed (115 mph, Exposure C) and 42-inch frost depth are notably different from Cheyenne (Laramie County) — do not reuse Cheyenne's design criteria for Laramie projects.
Contractors must hold a City of Laramie contractor license (since 2021) in addition to any Wyoming state license — this is separate from and in addition to state licensing.
The Building Department's physical office is temporarily located at 320 E. Grand Avenue while the Historic Carnegie Building (405 Grand Avenue, the address printed on most fee schedule bulletins) is being renovated.
Mandatory inspections include foundation, concrete/under-floor, structural framing, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, wall coverings, insulation, and final — call at least one working day ahead.

Frequently asked questions

How long does plan review take in Laramie?: The standard plan review period is about three weeks (15 business days) from submittal, per City of Laramie Informational Bulletin #1. Complex projects may take longer, and a plan review fee applies when the valuation exceeds $5,000.
Do I need a separate electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permit?: Yes. Laramie requires separate permits for plumbing, mechanical, electrical, signs, and fire sprinkler work in addition to the general building permit.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.

Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Laramie building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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