Can a homeowner install their own solar panels in Laramie?

A homeowner may perform much of the work on their own private dwelling, but the final utility interconnection must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Building and/or electrical permits are required, and structural plans generally must be stamped by a Wyoming registered professional engineer.

Solar PV / Private Energy Generation Permit in Laramie, Wyoming

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Required 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 2026-07-01 · Source

Per the general Building Permit and Plan Review Fee Schedule (no dedicated solar fee line)Building Permit Fee (structural/mounting scope) — valuation-based

When you need this permit

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

Req
Building and/or Electrical Permit Application (via Civic Access portal)
Depending on scope of work — structural (mounting/racking) and/or electrical (interconnection) permit
Req
Site Plan
Existing and proposed site improvements
Req
Structural Plan
Foundations, supports, towers, mounting devices; generally requires a Wyoming registered professional engineer's stamp
Req
One-Line Electrical Drawing
Load calculations, wiring sizes, disconnects, overload protection, grounding; equipment identified by manufacturer/model, UL/CSA listed
Opt
Net Metering Agreement
Signed 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

Review timeline

~1–21 business days

Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Laramie building department

Inspection process

1
Rough Electrical / Structural
Before any equipment is covered or concealed — 2 working days' advance notice required
2
Final
Structural systems, equipment attachments, and electrical code compliance verified before energizing; written approval issued to the power utility upon acceptance

Tips

Solar/private energy systems may require BOTH a building permit (structural/mounting) and an electrical permit (interconnection) depending on scope — confirm with Code Administration which permits apply to your project.
A signed net metering agreement from the power utility is required for grid-tied systems before the final inspection/energization.
The homeowner electrical self-work exception does NOT cover the final utility interconnection — that step requires a licensed electrical contractor even for owner-occupied single-family homes.
See also the City's 'Solar Laramie' planning initiative (linked from the Planning Division / UDC page) for broader community solar policy context.

Frequently asked questions

Can a homeowner install their own solar panels in Laramie?: A homeowner may perform much of the work on their own private dwelling, but the final utility interconnection must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor. Building and/or electrical permits are required, and structural plans generally must be stamped by a Wyoming registered professional engineer.

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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