This is PermitBase’s published record for Unincorporated Laramie County as of 2026-07-20. It has since been superseded — see the current record.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.
Unincorporated Laramie County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Laramie County, Wyoming — as published 2026-07-20.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family Residence)
VerifiedRequired for construction of a new single-family residence in unincorporated Laramie County, including manufactured/modular homes placed on a foundation. Governed by the 2024 IRC as adopted effective January 1, 2025, with the county's own climatic/geographic design criteria table.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Apply online via the Laramie County, WY Public Portal (SmartGov)
- Foundation plans must be stamped by a Wyoming Design Professional and be site-specific (legal description), OR use the county's pre-approved Laramie County Foundation Standards where applicable
- Plot plan meeting the county's minimum plot-plan requirements
- Full plan set with all rooms labeled, all dimensions shown, and location of underslab utilities and mechanical rooms in the basement
- IRC Letter required for modular homes stating the building and electrical code the home was built to
- Design must account for county Table R301.2(1): 32 lb/ft² ground snow load, 105 mph Vult wind, Seismic Design Category A–B, 36-inch minimum frost depth
- Ownership documentation (recorded warranty deed) required if ownership changed within the past 6 months, or if this is the first structure built on the property
- Plan review typically 7–10 business days from a complete submittal per the county's Building Department FAQ
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (SmartGov portal — co-laramie-wy.smartgovcommunity.com)Online application under 'Building Safety and Construction – Residential'
- RequiredPlot PlanMust meet the county's Plot Plan Minimum Requirements handout
- RequiredFoundation PlansSite-specific, stamped by a Wyoming Design Professional, or matched to the pre-approved Laramie County Foundation Standards
- RequiredBuilding PlansClear plan set with all rooms labeled, all dimensions, and underslab utility/mechanical room locations shown
- OptionalIRC Letter (modular/manufactured homes)States the building code and electrical code edition the factory-built home was constructed to
- OptionalRecorded Warranty DeedRequired if ownership changed in the past 6 months or this is the first structure built on the property
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $1–$1,000 | $75.00 | Laramie County Building Permits — 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule (cited on the county's Building Permit Handouts and Fee Schedule page) |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $95,001–$100,000 | $1,150.00 | Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $100,001–$500,000 | $1,150.00 for the first $100,000 plus $5.41 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, including $500,000 | Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation $500,001–$1,000,000 | $3,855.00 for the first $500,000 plus $4.78 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof, including $1,000,000 | — |
| Building Permit Fee — valuation over $1,000,000 | $6,245.00 for the first $1,000,000 plus $3.52 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | — |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee, charged in addition to the Building Permit Fee | Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule |
| Project Valuation — 1st Floor | $85.00 per square foot | Laramie County Guidance for Residential Projects — Project Valuation Calculation chart |
| Project Valuation — 2nd/3rd Floor or Bonus Room | $43.00 per square foot | — |
Residential Addition, Remodel, Deck/Patio/Porch, and Basement Finish Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, interior remodels/renovations, basement finishes, and residential decks/patios/porches in unincorporated Laramie County. Charged under the same valuation-based fee table as new construction, using the county's per-square-foot project valuation chart.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Additions: county pre-approved Laramie County Foundation Standards may apply, or a Wyoming Design Professional must stamp site-specific foundation plans; wall heights and underslab utility/mechanical room locations must be shown
- Basement finish/renovation: entire basement floor plan required with all rooms labeled; egress window locations and sizes required; adding an egress window requires stamped foundation plans from a Wyoming Design Professional; existing vs. new work must be distinguished
- Residential deck/patio/porch: building plans, caisson details (pre-approved Laramie County Foundation Standards accepted), and elevations; deck framing that supports a roof load requires engineering
- Revisions to an active permit: submit a Residential Additional Work and/or Revision Form with changes marked in red on the plans, plus any additional fees
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (SmartGov portal)Online application under 'Building Safety and Construction – Residential'
- RequiredPlot PlanMinimum plot-plan requirements
- OptionalResidential Additional Work and/or Revision FormRequired for changes to an already-permitted project
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — same valuation-based table as new construction | Varies by project valuation — see Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule (e.g., $270.00 for $10,001–$15,000 valuation; $450.00 for $20,001–$25,000) | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | — |
| Project Valuation — Attached Garage | $20.00 per square foot | Laramie County Guidance for Residential Projects — Project Valuation Calculation chart |
| Project Valuation — Enclosed Porch/Patio/Deck/Sunroom | $43.00 per square foot | — |
| Project Valuation — Covered Porch/Patio/Deck | $20.00 per square foot | — |
| Project Valuation — Open-Air Porch/Patio/Deck | $8.00 per square foot | — |
| Project Valuation — Interior Remodel / Basement Finish | $20.00 per square foot | — |
| Project Valuation — Finished Basement | $27.00 per square foot | — |
| Project Valuation — Unfinished Basement | $15.00 per square foot | — |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical work in unincorporated Laramie County. Laramie County holds delegated LOCAL electrical enforcement authority under W.S. § 35-9-121 (confirmed by the WSFM 'LOCAL AND STATE JURISDICTIONS' chart, which lists Laramie County unincorporated as ELEC INSP/PR = L/L) — the county's own Building Department issues and inspects electrical permits; this is NOT the Wyoming State Fire Marshal's default statewide electrical program. Governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code, adopted by the Board of Commissioners on December 5, 2023.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or place any electrical system regulated by code
- Electrical services over 200 amps require an engineered one-line diagram and plan review
- Homeowner may perform their own electrical work on their own primary residence without being a licensed electrician, per the county's Building Department FAQ; electricians performing work for others must be licensed and registered with the Wyoming Dept. of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety (307-777-7288)
- Mobile Home Park electrical: wiring from the meter to each manufactured-home lot is treated as Commercial electrical work, not part of the Manufactured Home Set permit
- Applied for as a standalone 'Counter: Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical/Gas' permit, or combined with a building permit application
Required documents
- RequiredCounter Permit Application — Electrical (SmartGov portal)Standalone trade permit application for electrical-only work
- OptionalEngineered One-Line DiagramRequired for services over 200 amps
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical (Counter) Permit — no separate flat fee | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule (2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule) — there is no dedicated flat electrical-permit fee line on the county's adopted schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); Show full citationHideLaramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); this is a VERIFIED fact per the 'general valuation table' rule — the fee schedule and both the Residential and Commercial Guidance documents confirm electrical/plumbing/mechanical/gas 'Counter' work is charged under the same valuation table as building permits, not a separate flat fee |
| Gas/Electrical Meter Tag Inspection (non-agricultural) | $75.00 | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule — Other Miscellaneous Fees |
| Inspections for childcare and fire or electrical safety | $75.00 | — |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installations, alterations, and repairs in unincorporated Laramie County, charged as a 'Counter: Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical/Gas' permit under the county's general valuation-based fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or place any plumbing system regulated by code
- Homeowner may perform their own plumbing work on their own primary residence
- Applied for as a standalone 'Counter' permit, or combined with a building permit
Required documents
- RequiredCounter Permit Application — Plumbing (SmartGov portal)Standalone trade permit application for plumbing-only work
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing (Counter) Permit — no separate flat fee | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule — no dedicated flat plumbing-permit fee line exists on the county's adopted schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); verified per the 'general valuation table' rule — confirmed by both Residential and Commercial Guidance for Projects documents |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, cooling, ventilation, and fuel-gas installations in unincorporated Laramie County, charged as a 'Counter: Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical/Gas' permit under the county's general valuation-based fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Required to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert, or place any mechanical or gas system regulated by code
- Generator installations: electrical upgrades over 200 amp require stamped plans and review fees
- Applied for as a standalone 'Counter' permit, or combined with a building permit
Required documents
- RequiredCounter Permit Application — Mechanical/Gas (SmartGov portal)Standalone trade permit application for mechanical/gas-only work
- OptionalGenerator SpecificationsClear set of building plans and generator specifications for generator installs
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical/Gas (Counter) Permit — no separate flat fee | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule — no dedicated flat mechanical-permit fee line exists | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF) |
| Additional plan review required by changes, additions, or revisions | $50.00 per hour, minimum 1 hour charge | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule — applies to mechanical/gas revisions as with other trades |
Roofing Permit
VerifiedNon-structural residential re-roofing is exempt from permits and inspections in unincorporated Laramie County per the county Board of Commissioners' adopted residential exemptions. Structural roofing work (e.g., roof framing changes, roof replacements involving structural modification) still requires a building permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Non-structural re-roofing (tear-off and reroof with no structural/framing change) is EXEMPT from permit and inspection requirements per the Board of Commissioners' vote listed on the county's Building Permit Handouts and Fee Schedule page
- Structural roof work (e.g., changes to framing, trusses, or load path) requires a standard building permit, charged under the general valuation-based fee schedule
- Deck framing that supports a roof load requires engineering and a building permit (see residential-addition-remodel)
Required documents
- OptionalBuilding Permit Application (SmartGov portal) — only if structural work is involvedRequired only when the reroof includes structural/framing modification
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-structural reroof | No permit fee — exempt from permit and inspection | Laramie County Building Permit Handouts and Fee Schedule page — Board of Commissioners residential exemptions list |
| Structural roof work (if applicable) | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF) |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of residential or commercial solar photovoltaic systems in unincorporated Laramie County. Filed as an 'Alternative Energy' permit; plans must include a site-specific electrical one-line diagram, and any battery backup/electrical panel upgrade/energy storage system must be shown. A separate permit is required if a new generator is installed alongside the solar system.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Permits and inspections are required for personal solar systems, per the county's Building Department FAQ
- Plot plan meeting minimum requirements
- Site-specific clear set of plans including an electrical one-line diagram
- Foundation or roof structural plans/letter must be stamped by a Wyoming Design Professional
- One-line diagram must include battery backups, electrical panel upgrades, and energy storage systems if applicable
- A new generator installed with the solar system requires a SEPARATE permit
- Commercial solar/wind: fees are based on the PV system (or turbine) only — additional buildings or structures are considered additional work and permitted/fee'd separately
Required documents
- RequiredAlternative Energy Permit Application (SmartGov portal)Filed under Building Safety and Construction — Residential or Commercial as applicable
- RequiredElectrical One-Line DiagramSite-specific; must include battery backup/panel upgrade/storage system if applicable
- RequiredFoundation/Roof Structural LetterStamped by a Wyoming Design Professional, site-specific
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar — Commercial/Residential | $100.00 per string for the first 20 strings, then $20.00 per string thereafter | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF) — Miscellaneous Fees section |
| Large Wind Turbines | $2,500.00 per tower | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF) |
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permit
VerifiedRequired for construction of an ADU in unincorporated Laramie County. Zoning eligibility and dimensional/utility standards are set by Laramie County Land Use Regulations Section 3-1-107 Part E; construction standards follow 2024 IRC Appendix BC (Accessory Dwelling Units), which the county distributes as its official ADU building-code handout. A separate Non-Traditional Housing Approval Permit from Planning and Zoning is required in addition to the building permit.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Zoning: ADU is allowed in all urbanized residential zoning districts (URLD, URMD, URHD, MU, PUD) with central water and sewer, and in rural residential districts (RRH/LU) with a minimum lot size of 10.5 acres
- Size: no larger than 50% of the floor area of the principal dwelling in URLD/URMD/URHD/MU/PUD districts; may be up to the same size as the principal dwelling in LU and RRH districts; per the Guidance for Residential Projects handout, allowable square footage is 50% of the primary dwelling up to a maximum of 1,200 square feet
- A principal dwelling must be built on the lot BEFORE an application for an ADU is submitted
- ADU must be situated on the same lot as the principal dwelling and must meet setback, parking, and maximum lot-coverage requirements
- In URLD/URMD/URHD/MU districts, ADU must connect to South Cheyenne Water & Sewer District for water/sewer service
- In RRH/LU districts, ADU requires a septic permit from Laramie County Environmental Health and any necessary well approvals from the Wyoming State Engineer's Office; prior approval from South Cheyenne Water & Sewer District or Environmental Health is required BEFORE a building permit is issued
- Under 2024 IRC Appendix BC (the county's cited ADU construction standard): ADU permitted only within an existing single-family detached dwelling or existing townhouse unit within IRC scope; only one ADU per primary dwelling unit; owner must reside in either the primary dwelling or the ADU as of permit approval; ADU must have a separate house number; ADU must be not less than 190 sq ft and not more than 50% of the primary dwelling's area, capped at 1,200 sq ft; ADU must have a separate entrance from the primary dwelling; maximum of two bedrooms; separate heating system, ducting, and climate controls required (BC105.1); ready access to service disconnects and overcurrent devices required (BC105.2); ready access to gas shutoff valves required (BC105.3); water service may be shared with separate accessible shutoffs (BC105.4)
- A Non-Traditional Housing Approval Permit (Planning and Zoning application) is required in addition to the building permit application
- IRC Letter required for modular-home ADUs stating the code the unit was built to
Required documents
- RequiredNon-Traditional Housing Approval Permit Application (Planning and Zoning)Required zoning-side approval before/alongside the building permit application
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (SmartGov portal)Standard residential building permit application for the ADU structure
- RequiredPlot PlanMinimum requirements
- RequiredBuilding PlansClear set of plans with all rooms labeled, all room dimensions, outside overall dimensions, and underslab utility/mechanical room locations
- OptionalIRC Letter for Modular HomesStates the building code and electrical code the unit was built to
- OptionalAccessory Dwelling Unit Guide (county handout)County's plain-language ADU guide summarizing LCLUR § 3-1-107 Part E standards
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — same valuation-based table as new construction | Varies by project valuation — see Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); the Guidance for Residential Projects treats an ADU as a standard valuation-based residential permit |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | — |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of structures in unincorporated Laramie County. Charged under the same valuation-based Building Permit Fee schedule as other permit types; no separate flat demolition fee is published.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Plot plan must show the building being removed from the property, with the structure circled
- Commercial demolition follows the same plot-plan requirement as residential demolition
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (SmartGov portal)Filed under Building Safety and Construction — Residential or Commercial as applicable
- RequiredPlot Plan (circled structure)Must clearly identify the structure being removed
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — no separate flat fee | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule — no dedicated flat demolition fee line exists on the county's adopted schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); confirmed by both Residential and Commercial Guidance for Projects documents, which list only the plot-plan requirement for demolition with no distinct fee line |
Commercial Tenant Improvement / Renovation Permit
VerifiedRequired for interior alterations, repairs, and tenant improvements to existing commercial buildings in unincorporated Laramie County. Requires a Certificate of Review (C.O.R.) from the Planning Department and fully engineered, Wyoming-Design-Professional-stamped plans, charged under the general valuation-based fee schedule.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Pre-application meeting with the Planning Department required before starting any application for new or expanding commercial building projects (call 307-633-4303 or email planning@laramiecountywy.gov)
- Certificate of Review (C.O.R.) — approved signed copy from the Planning Department required
- Engineered Building, Foundation, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical plans stamped by a Wyoming Design Professional, required to be site-specific
- Code Study required: building height, design occupancy load, occupancy type, type of construction, risk category, structure use (prior use not needed for new construction); must meet current adopted building codes
- Full floor plan showing existing vs. proposed work for renovations/alterations
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Permit Application (SmartGov portal)Filed under Building Safety and Construction — Commercial
- RequiredCertificate of Review (C.O.R.)Approved signed copy from Laramie County Planning Department
- RequiredEngineered Building/Foundation/Plumbing/Mechanical/Electrical PlansStamped by a Wyoming Design Professional, site-specific, with Code Study
- RequiredSite PlanSketches/drawings/photographs showing physical design, siting, vehicular/pedestrian access, and improvements
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — same valuation-based table as new construction | Varies by project valuation — see Laramie County 2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF) |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the Building Permit Fee | — |
| Use of outside consultants for plan checking and/or inspections | Actual costs | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule — applies to large/complex commercial projects requiring outside consultant review |
EV Charger / EVSE Permit
VerifiedLaramie County does not publish a distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line. Installing electric vehicle charging equipment (Level 2 or DC fast charging) requires a standalone Electrical (Counter) Permit, or an electrical trade permit combined with a building permit for new commercial charging installations, governed by the county-adopted 2023 National Electrical Code (which includes Article 625, Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System). Per the county's own fee schedule and Building/Plan Review Fee documents, this Counter electrical work is charged under the same general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule used for all standalone electrical work in unincorporated Laramie County — there is no dedicated flat EV-charger fee line.
Verified 2026-07-20 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical (Counter) Permit required for EV charger/EVSE installation in unincorporated Laramie County, applied through the county SmartGov portal or in person at 3966 Archer Parkway, Cheyenne, WY
- Installation must comply with the county-adopted 2023 National Electrical Code, Article 625 (Electric Vehicle Power Transfer System)
- Homeowner may self-perform EV charger wiring on their own primary residence without being a licensed electrician, per the county Building Department FAQ; electricians working for others must be licensed and registered with the Wyoming Dept. of Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety
- Electrical services or upgrades over 200 amps (e.g., for multi-port or DC fast charging installations) require an engineered one-line diagram and plan review
- No distinct EV charger/EVSE fee line, expedited timeline, or SolarAPP+-style instant-permitting platform was found published by the county as of this review
Required documents
- RequiredCounter Permit Application — Electrical (SmartGov portal)Standalone trade permit application for EV charger/EVSE circuit and equipment installation
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical (Counter) Permit — EV charger/EVSE, no separate flat fee | Charged under the general valuation-based Building Permit Fee / Plan Review Fee schedule (2022 Building and Plan Review Fee Schedule) | Laramie County Building Permit Fee Schedule (PDF); confirmed by the same 2022 fee schedule documented on this jurisdiction's Electrical Permit entry — electrical Counter work has no dedicated flat fee line, including for EV charger/EVSE installations. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
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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 Unincorporated Laramie County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.