This is PermitBase’s published record for Cheyenne as of 2026-07-01. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Cheyenne building permits
VerifiedCheyenne, Wyoming — as published 2026-07-01.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
2024 International Building Code (IBC) — adopted by Cheyenne Ordinance No. 2-24, passed 2nd/3rd reading Feb 24, 20252024 International Residential Code (IRC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 2-24 (Feb 24, 2025)2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 2-24 (Feb 24, 2025)2024 International Fire Code (IFC) — adopted by Ordinance No. 2-24 (Feb 24, 2025); solar system pathway-to-ridge grandfather clause for systems installed/permitted before Mar 1, 20252024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — per City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption page2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — per City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption page2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — per City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption page (NOTE: Cheyenne uses IPC, not UPC)2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) — per City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption page2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — per City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption pageNational Electrical Code — City Municipal Code Chapter 15.20 'National Electrical Code Adopted'; 2023 NEC is the current edition in force
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family dwellings, duplexes, and other one- and two-family residential construction in Cheyenne. Cheyenne's building permit is all-inclusive of structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope when submitted on one application. Governed by the 2024 IRC as adopted by Ordinance No. 2-24 (Feb 24, 2025).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit and plan review approval required prior to starting construction
- Application, fees, and submittal documents (4 sets of drawings, 1 set of digital specifications) submitted together to the Building Safety Division
- All foundation plans must be prepared by a Wyoming registered design professional, except residential projects conforming to the Department's Minimum Footing Requirements for Additions
- Design must account for: 115 mph ultimate wind speed (Exposure C), Seismic Design Category B, 30 psf ground snow load, 36-inch minimum frost depth, Climate Zone 6B
- Building permit is all-inclusive — mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope can be included on the same application rather than filing separate trade permits
- All contractors and subcontractors must hold current City of Cheyenne contractor licenses
- Plan review typically completed within 10 business days for residential projects
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal — cheyennewy.portal.opengov.com)Online application, submitted with fees and full submittal package
- RequiredConstruction Drawings (4 sets + 1 digital specification set)Full plan set: foundation, framing, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, drawn to scale
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, setbacks, existing/proposed structures, utilities — required with application per Planning and Development review
- RequiredFoundation/Structural Plans (Wyoming registered design professional, wet-sealed)Required for all foundation plans except minor residential additions meeting the Department's Minimum Footing Requirements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — $1 to $500 valuation | $23.50 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254), City Treasurer's Office, current edition |
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — $501 to $2,000 valuation | $23.50 for the first $500 plus $3.05 for each additional $100 or fraction thereof, to and including $2,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — $2,001 to $25,000 valuation | $69.25 for the first $2,000 plus $14.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $25,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — $25,001 to $50,000 valuation | $391.75 for the first $25,000 plus $10.10 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $50,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — $50,001 to $100,000 valuation | $643.75 for the first $50,000 plus $7.00 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, to and including $100,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction 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, to and including $500,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction 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, to and including $1,000,000 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Building and Construction 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 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Plan Review Fee (when submittal documents are required) | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Planning and Development Building Permit Review Fee | $50.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees, Planning Fees section (Resolution 6213) — applied to building permits per Planning/Development review |
| Additional Plan Review (plan changes/revisions) | $47.00 per hour (0.5-hour minimum charge) | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, structural alterations, remodels, basement finishes, garage conversions, and other significant alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings in Cheyenne. Uses the same all-inclusive, valuation-based Building and Construction Permit Fee schedule as new construction.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Room additions, structural modifications, garage conversions
- Basement finishes involving framing, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work
- Change of use requires additional review — see Planning and Development
- Submit via OpenGov portal with plans showing scope, dimensions, structural details, and connection to existing structure
- Foundation/structural plans for additions must be prepared by a Wyoming registered design professional unless conforming to the Department's Minimum Footing Requirements for Additions
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Online application; select remodel/addition scope
- RequiredSite PlanExisting structures, proposed addition footprint, setbacks
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsPlans showing all relevant aspects of the addition/alteration including any MEP scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (same table as new construction) | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); valuation includes labor + materials for the addition/remodel scope |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Planning and Development Building Permit Review Fee | $50.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees, Planning Fees section (Resolution 6213) |
| Change of Use Permit (minimum fee, when applicable) | $250.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees — Misc. Building and Construction Permit Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedCheyenne is a home-rule municipality with its own delegated building-code authority and its OWN electrical permitting/inspection program (Municipal Code Chapter 15.20 'National Electrical Code Adopted'), separate from the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's default statewide electrical program. The City's Compliance Department (Building Safety Division) issues electrical permits directly using its own 'Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application' form, and requires a City of Cheyenne contractor license (not just a Wyoming state license) to pull the permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical work (new circuits, service changes, panel upgrades, rewiring, EVSE, solar interconnection wiring) requires an electrical permit from the City of Cheyenne Compliance Department — NOT from the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's Office, for work inside Cheyenne city limits
- Governed by Cheyenne Municipal Code Chapter 15.20 (National Electrical Code Adopted); the 2023 NEC is the current edition in force
- Contractor must hold a current City of Cheyenne electrical contractor/trade license (Class per Contractor Licensing Regulations) in addition to any state licensing
- Submit the 'Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application' (or include electrical scope on the combined building permit application) via the OpenGov portal or in person
- List all electrical subcontractors and their Contractor Class & License # on the application — work not described/listed is not covered by the permit
- Permit becomes null and void if work is not commenced within 180 days; expires one year after date of issue in any case
- Wyoming Statute still requires the actual electrician performing licensable work to hold a WY state electrician license (per state licensing statute) even though the City, not WSFM, issues the wiring/inspection permit inside Cheyenne
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit ApplicationCity of Cheyenne Compliance Department form; select 'Electrical' checkbox, list valuation of work, contractor name/class/license #, and scope of work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (electrical scope) | Same valuation-based table as the general Building and Construction Permit Fee (see residential-building-permit fees) — e.g., $23.50 for $1–$500 valuation, scaling up per the Ordinance 4254 table | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); the city applies ONE unified valuation-based fee structure to building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits rather than separate flat-rate trade fee tables |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in Cheyenne. Issued by the City's Compliance Department (Building Safety Division) under the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — NOTE: Cheyenne uses the IPC, not the Uniform Plumbing Code.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- New fixture installations, water heater replacement, re-piping, sewer/water line work
- Submit the 'Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application' (select Plumbing) or include plumbing scope on the combined building permit application
- Licensed City of Cheyenne plumbing contractor required; list contractor class and license # on the application
- Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit ApplicationCity of Cheyenne Compliance Department form; select 'Plumbing' checkbox
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (plumbing scope) | Same valuation-based table as the general Building and Construction Permit Fee (see residential-building-permit fees) | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) — no separate flat-rate plumbing fee table; plumbing-only work is valued and charged from the same schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, ventilation, and fuel gas installations in Cheyenne. Issued by the City's Compliance Department under the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) and International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC).
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Furnace, A/C, heat pump, boiler installation or replacement
- Ductwork installation or modification
- Gas piping/fuel gas systems
- Submit the 'Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application' (select Mechanical) or include mechanical scope on the combined building permit application
- Licensed City of Cheyenne mechanical contractor required
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit ApplicationCity of Cheyenne Compliance Department form; select 'Mechanical' checkbox
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (mechanical scope) | Same valuation-based table as the general Building and Construction Permit Fee (see residential-building-permit fees) | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) — no separate flat-rate mechanical fee table |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRequired for roof replacement (tear-off and reroof) on residential and commercial buildings in Cheyenne. Processed as a standard valuation-based Building and Construction Permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Complete roof replacement/tear-off and reroof requires a building permit per the City FAQ ('Renovations (garage conversions, basement furnishings, kitchen expansions, reroofing, etc.)')
- Apply via OpenGov portal
- Roof design must account for 30 psf ground snow load per the Building Safety Department's design criteria
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Include reroof scope and valuation (contract price for materials + labor)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (reroof scope) | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | No separate reroof fee line exists in the adopted Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); reroofs are charged under the general valuation-based building-permit fee schedule. |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop or ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems in Cheyenne. Processed through the standard building/electrical permit process (structural + electrical scope); a separate Solar Access Permit System review exists for solar-access-rights questions under UDC § 39-4.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Rooftop or ground-mounted solar PV installation requires a building permit (structural/racking) and electrical permit (interconnection, wiring) from the Compliance Department
- 2024 IFC solar-system 'pathway to ridge' fire-access requirements apply to systems installed/permitted on or after March 1, 2025 (systems existing or permitted before that date are grandfathered)
- A separate Solar Access Permit System review ($35 fee, City Code § 39-4) exists specifically to address solar-access-rights disputes between neighboring properties — this is distinct from the construction/electrical permit for the PV system itself
- Structural calculations for roof-mounted arrays must account for 30 psf snow load and 115 mph wind design criteria
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal) — structural/racking scopeSite plan, racking/structural details, roof-mounting connections
- RequiredPlumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application — electrical scopeElectrical interconnection, wiring, disconnect location
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (solar system cost) | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | PV construction is charged under the general valuation table (Ord 4254); no separate flat-rate solar construction fee line exists in the adopted Schedule of Fees. |
| Solar Access Permit System Review Fee (solar-access-rights review, not the installation permit itself) | $35.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees, In-House fee, City Code § 39-4 |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new ADU in Cheyenne. As of a Feb 2026 third-reading ordinance, the City removed its owner-occupancy requirement for ADUs and adjusted parking regulations and ADU/semi-attached-dwelling definitions in the Unified Development Code (UDC), making it easier to build and rent ADUs without the owner living on-site.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- ADU construction requires a standard valuation-based building permit plus Planning Fees review (Accessory Dwelling Unit planning fee)
- As of the Feb 2026 ordinance, owner-occupancy of the primary residence is NO LONGER required to build or rent out an ADU in Cheyenne
- Parking regulations were adjusted alongside the owner-occupancy repeal — confirm current on-site parking requirement with Planning and Development (307-637-6282)
- ADU and semi-attached dwelling (flat-over-flat duplex) definitions were clarified in the UDC to align zoning code with building department practice
- Governed by the 2024 IRC for construction standards; zoning eligibility governed by the Unified Development Code (UDC)
- Contact Planning and Development (307-637-6282) before applying to confirm zoning eligibility for the specific property
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Standard valuation-based residential permit process
- RequiredSite PlanProperty lines, existing structures, proposed ADU location, setbacks, parking
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Planning Fees — Accessory Dwelling Unit | $600.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees, Planning Fees section (Resolution 6213) |
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in Cheyenne. Contractors must hold City of Cheyenne contractor and building trade licenses before performing demolition work. Processed via the standard Compliance Department permit application, with 'Demolish' as a selectable work-type checkbox.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Contractors are prohibited from demolishing any building/structure without holding the required City of Cheyenne contractor and building trade licenses per the Contractor Licensing Regulations
- Application submitted to the Building Safety Department; 'Demolish' is one of the selectable 'Work to be completed' checkboxes on the combined permit application form
- Utility disconnects should be verified/arranged prior to demolition
- Floodplain development permit required if the structure is within a designated floodplain (demolition is explicitly listed as 'development' under FEMA's definition per the City's Engineering FAQ)
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal) — 'Demolish' work typeStandard Compliance Department application with the Demolish box checked
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (demolition scope) | Varies by project valuation (contract price of demolition work) — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | No demolition-specific fee or bond exists in the adopted Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); demolition is charged under the general valuation-based Building and Construction Permit Fee table. |
| Moving Building Permit Fee (per unit — for relocating a structure, related but distinct from straight demolition) | $100.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees, In-House fee, City Code § 10-10(a) |
Commercial Tenant Improvement Permit
VerifiedRequired for interior build-out, remodeling, or change-of-use work in commercial spaces in Cheyenne. Valuation-based, and commercial plan review runs a longer 21-business-day timeline than residential.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Interior remodel, tenant build-out, or change-of-use in a commercial space
- Change-of-use projects require a minimum $250 Change of Use Permit fee
- Commercial Master Plan Code Review available for prototype/repeat commercial layouts ($250 initial, 25% of original fee for subsequent reviews of the same master plan)
- Commercial plan review runs up to 21 business days
- Contractors must hold current City of Cheyenne contractor licenses
- Temporary Certificate of Occupancy available for commercial structures pending completion; penalty ($750) applies for failing to convert a TCO to a full CO within the required timeframe
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Commercial tenant improvement / remodel scope
- RequiredConstruction Drawings stamped by a Wyoming registered design professionalFull plan set including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection as applicable
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); same table applies to commercial and residential work |
| Change of Use Permit (minimum fee) | $250.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees — Misc. Building and Construction Permit Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Commercial Master Plan Code Review | $250.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees — Misc. Building and Construction Permit Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Subsequent Code Reviews of Commercial Master Plan | 25% of the original fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Temporary Certificate of Occupancy — Commercial Structures | $1,250.00 | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees — Misc. Building and Construction Permit Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Deck Permit
VerifiedDecks in Cheyenne require a building permit regardless of attachment status, per the City's Building FAQ, which lists decks among the 'residential work' requiring a permit. Processed as a valuation-based Building and Construction Permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Deck construction/replacement requires a building permit
- Structural design must account for 30 psf snow load and appropriate footing depth (36-inch frost line minimum) if the deck is supported on footings
- Submit via OpenGov portal with site plan and construction drawings showing framing and connection to the primary structure
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Deck scope, dimensions, ledger/footing details
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFraming plan, footing/post spacing, guardrail/stair details as applicable
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (deck scope) | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit (e.g., $1–$500 valuation = $23.50 minimum) | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) — no separate flat-rate deck fee; deck permits use the general valuation-based table |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedFinishing a basement (framing, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work) in Cheyenne requires a remodel-type building permit. Processed as a valuation-based Building and Construction Permit, potentially all-inclusive of any trade scope if disclosed on the application.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Basement finishing involving framing, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical systems requires a permit — the City FAQ specifically lists 'basement furnishings' among renovation work requiring a building permit
- Egress window requirements apply if creating a habitable/sleeping space, per the 2024 IRC
- Submit via OpenGov portal with scope of work including any MEP trades involved
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (via OpenGov portal)Remodel scope covering basement finish work
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsFloor plan showing new walls, egress windows (if applicable), and any electrical/plumbing/mechanical additions
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building and Construction Permit Fee — valuation-based (basement finish scope) | Varies by project valuation — see Building and Construction Permit Fee table under residential-building-permit | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254); valuation includes labor + materials for the finish work |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254) |
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 Cheyenne building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.