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Demolition Permit in Casper, Wyoming

Required for demolition of structures in Casper. Residential and commercial demolition are flat-fee permits; an Erosion Control Permit is also required if applicable to the site disturbance.

Verified 2026-07-16 · Source

When you need this permit

  • Residential Demolition Permit: $200 flat fee, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable
  • Commercial Demolition Permit: $300 flat fee, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable
  • Erosion Control Permit required if applicable: $50 per acre, plus bond/surety
  • Utility disconnects should be coordinated prior to demolition

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Fee schedule

Residential Demolition PermitCity of Casper Permit Fee Schedule (eff. February 2, 2026)
$200, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable
Commercial Demolition PermitCity of Casper Permit Fee Schedule (eff. February 2, 2026)
$300, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable
Erosion Control Permit
$50 per acre, plus bond/surety

Review timeline

Plan reviewTypical estimate — confirm current times with the Casper building department
~5–15 business days

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Inspection process

  1. 1

    Final

    Site inspection confirming demolition complete and site secured/cleared per approved scope

See the full Casper inspection guide — scheduling & re-inspection fees →

Tips

  • Budget for the Erosion Control Permit ($50/acre plus bond/surety) in addition to the flat demolition fee if the project disturbs qualifying acreage.
  • Coordinate utility disconnects (gas, electric, water, sewer) with the respective utility providers before demolition begins.

Frequently asked questions

Casper requires a demolition permit for: Residential Demolition Permit: $200 flat fee, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable; Commercial Demolition Permit: $300 flat fee, plus Erosion Control Permit if applicable; Erosion Control Permit required if applicable: $50 per acre, plus bond/surety; Utility disconnects should be coordinated prior to demolition. If your project isn't listed, confirm with City of Casper Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division at (307) 235-8254 before starting work.

A residential demolition permit is $200 flat, and a commercial demolition permit is $300 flat, per the City of Casper Permit Fee Schedule (effective February 2, 2026). An Erosion Control Permit ($50/acre plus bond/surety) is required in addition if applicable to the site.

Plan review for a demolition permit in Casper typically runs 5–15 business days. This is an estimate, not a published figure — confirm current review times with City of Casper Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division at (307) 235-8254.

You'll need: Building Permit Application. Depending on your project, Casper may also ask for: Erosion Control Permit Application. See the required-documents checklist on this page for details on each.

Casper requires 1 inspection(s) for a demolition permit, in order: Final. Schedule each through City of Casper Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division ((307) 235-8254).

Apply through City of Casper Community Development Department — Building Inspection Division at 200 N David St, Casper, WY 82601. Phone: (307) 235-8254, email: building@casperwy.gov. Office hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (in-person/phone code consultation available 8:00–9:00 AM and 4:00–5:00 PM). Official information: https://www.casperwy.gov/services/building_and_inspections/index.php.

Casper, Wyoming has adopted: 2024 International Building Code (IBC); 2024 International Residential Code (IRC); 2024 International Fire Code (IFC); 2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC); 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — applies to the building thermal envelope ONLY per City of Casper adoption note; 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC); 2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC); 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC); 2023 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code (NEC); ICC A117.1-2009 Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities. Local amendments apply — see the Casper overview page for the full list.

Sources & verification

Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-16.

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 Casper building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.

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