Plumbing Permit in Cheyenne, Wyoming
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
When you need this permit
- 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
- Req
Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Permit Application
City 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) |
Review timeline
~1–10 business days
Typical estimate — confirm current times with the Cheyenne building department
Inspection process
- 1
Underground/Under-Slab
Before concrete pour — verify pipe slope, materials, cleanouts
- 2
Rough-In
After pipes installed, before walls closed
- 3
Final
All fixtures connected, no leaks, proper venting verified
Tips
- Cheyenne uses the International Plumbing Code (IPC), unlike some Mountain West cities (e.g., Reno, NV) that use the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) — do not assume UPC applies here.
- Water heater replacement is treated as a permitted item per the City FAQ ('Residential work (decks, garages, fireplaces, pools, water heaters, etc.)').
Frequently asked questions
- Does Cheyenne use the IPC or UPC?
- Cheyenne has adopted the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), per the City's ICC 2024 Building Codes adoption page.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- City of Cheyenne Compliance Department — Building Safety Division — official building department
- City of Cheyenne ICC 2024 Building Codes (lists 2024 IPC adoption)
- City of Cheyenne Schedule of Fees (Ordinance 4254)
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.
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