Zoning Permit in Unincorporated Sheridan County, Wyoming
VerifiedThe baseline land-use permit required countywide in unincorporated Sheridan County before new construction, additions, accessory structures, or a change of use — regardless of whether the parcel falls inside the mapped Building Standards (building-code) area. Verifies zoning district compliance, setbacks, access, and floodplain location; is NOT a structural building-code review outside the mapped Building Standards Area.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
When you need this permit
- Required prior to new construction (single-family, multi-family, accessory dwelling, commercial, industrial, or accessory building) or any change of use with no new construction
- Plot plan (to scale, no larger than 11x17) showing property lines/bearings/distances, point of access to public road/easement, easements/ditches/floodplain/water bodies, proposed and existing structure setbacks, building layout, and required parking
- Proof of ownership (recorded deed copy) and documentation of when the parcel was legally established
- Notarized authorization if an agent applies on the owner's behalf; LLC ownership requires documentation of signing authority
- Affidavit of Occupancy required if the structure is an accessory dwelling
- Copy of an approved access permit from the applicable agency (WYDOT for state highways, or the county driveway permit) must accompany the application
- Allow 10 business days for the county to determine the application is complete; issuance can take up to 30 days after the application is deemed complete
- A site inspection is performed upon permit approval; new construction must be staked out per the plot plan
- Each new building/structure/addition placed on a property requires a separate permit
Required documents
- Req
Sheridan County Zoning Permit Application (revised 5/1/2026)
Official application form with zoning checklist, fee, and list of related state permits
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Zoning Permit fee (nonrefundable, due upon submittal) | $150.00 | Sheridan County Zoning Permit Application (rev. 5/1/2026) |
| Zoning Permit fee — new construction commenced prior to permit approval | $300.00 | Penalty-rate fee per the Zoning Permit Application when work starts before approval |
Review timeline
10–30 business days
Unincorporated Sheridan County’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Site / Setback Inspection
Performed upon permit approval; new construction must be clearly staked out per the approved plot plan
Tips
- This is a zoning/land-use permit, not a structural building-code permit, unless the parcel falls within the mapped 'Sheridan County Building Standards Area' near the City of Sheridan — see codesAdopted notes.
- The application form itself directs applicants to three separate state-level permits that may also apply: WSFM electrical permit (new electrical work), State Engineer's Office water-well permit (new wells), and WYDOT access permit (driveways onto state highways).
- A copy of an approved access permit (WYDOT or county driveway permit) must be submitted WITH the zoning permit application, not after.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a county permit to build in unincorporated Sheridan County?
- Generally you need a Zoning Permit ($150) for new construction or a change of use anywhere in unincorporated Sheridan County. You do NOT need a separate structural building-code permit unless your parcel falls within the mapped Building Standards Area near the City of Sheridan, certain pre-2006 subdivisions the county already permits, any subdivision approved after Dec. 5, 2006, or a Conditional Use Permit structure — confirm your parcel's status with Sheridan County Public Works.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- Sheridan County Public Works Department (Planning / Building Official) — official building department
- Sheridan County Zoning Permit Application (rev. 5/1/2026)
- Sheridan County — Building in the County (Public Works / Planning)
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 Sheridan County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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