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Jackson building permits
VerifiedJackson, Wyoming — as published 2026-07-01.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Codes adopted
Permit types & fees
One and Two Family Building Permit
VerifiedRequired to construct any new one- and two-family dwelling, accessory building, addition, alteration, or repair in the Town of Jackson. Governed by the 2024 IRC. All submittals are electronic to townbuilding@jacksonwy.gov; no over-the-counter permitting.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- A WUI permit number (from Jackson Hole Fire/EMS via SmartGov) must be obtained and entered on the application BEFORE submitting for the building permit — effective Jan 1, 2025 this applies town-wide
- Grading information (Statement Level or Plan Level per LDR Sec. 5.7) submitted with the building permit application — no separate grading permit for most residential scopes; Plan Level projects require a Grading Pre-Application and a professional engineer/landscape architect
- Floodplain Development Permit required if site is in a Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA); elevation certificate (FEMA Form 3067-0077) required for structures in the 100-year floodplain
- Fire sprinklers required for structures 5,000 sq ft or larger
- Road access permit from WYDOT or Teton County Road Department required if accessed by a state or county road outside Town jurisdiction
- Certificate of Occupancy required before occupancy — final inspection by the Building Department
- Compliance with Town Land Development Regulations (LDRs) must be demonstrated (setbacks, FAR, height, parking, housing mitigation, design review) in addition to building code compliance
- Retaining walls/facings over 48 inches (measured from bottom of foundation) must be designed by a Wyoming-registered professional engineer
Required documents
- RequiredOne and Two Family Building Permit Application (effective June 2026)Town of Jackson Planning & Building Department application; submitted by PDF to townbuilding@jacksonwy.gov (200 MB max per file)
- RequiredSite PlanEngineering scale, north arrow, property lines with bearings/dimensions, easements, dimensioned setbacks, adjacent streets/improvements, parking, snow storage location, grading information
- RequiredConstruction DrawingsCover sheet, floor plans, roof plan, building elevations, foundation plan, framing plan, utilities plan, plumbing/mechanical plans
- RequiredEnergy Calculation (REScheck)
- OptionalStamped Structural Calculations (PDF)
- RequiredLDR Compliance AddendumProject narrative, summary table of LDR dimensional-standard compliance, use summary, housing mitigation plan (if applicable), landscape plan (if required)
- RequiredExterior Lighting SubmittalFixture schedule with lumens, shielding, color temperature (≤3000K); illumination limited by zone (1.5 or 3 lumens/sq ft of impervious surface)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit on Building Permit (non-refundable, applied to full fee) | $564.00 | JMC 15.04.020(7); Resolution 25-18 Appendix A Fee Schedule, effective July 22, 2025 |
| Building Permit — Single Family Residence / Warehouse, storage and similar | $1.70 per square foot | JMC 15.04.090; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Building Permit — Commercial, Office, Multi-family and similar | $1.13 per square foot | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Building Permit — Remodels and Alterations (valuation-based) | $1 to $17,000 valuation = $288.00; $17,001-$40,000 = $288 + $12/additional $1,000; $40,001-$100,000 = $549 + $10/additional $1,000; $100,001-$500,000 = $1,157 + $8/additional $1,000; $500,001-$1,000,000 = $4,313 + $6/additional $1,000; $1,000,001-$5,000,000 = $7,130 + $4/additional $1,000; over $5,000,000 = $20,654 + $2/additional $1,000 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A, Total Valuation fee calculation table |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Re-inspection / Outside-normal-hours / Plan revision review | $85.00/hr to $113.00/hr depending on type | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A, 'Other Inspections' line items |
| WUI Permit Review Fee (prerequisite, paid to Jackson Hole Fire/EMS) | $150.00 non-refundable invoice fee | Teton County / Jackson Hole Fire/EMS WUI Information for Contractors page |
Residential Addition / Remodel Permit
VerifiedRequired for additions, remodels, and alterations to existing one- and two-family dwellings in Jackson. Uses the same One and Two Family Building Permit Application as new construction, processed under the 'Remodels and Alterations' valuation-based fee track of the 2024 IRC.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Same WUI permit prerequisite as new construction (unless the scope is strictly interior and does not touch exterior components, in which case WUI review is exempt)
- TYPE OF APPLICATION on the building permit form must be marked ADDITION or ALTERATION
- Grading information required if the addition disturbs land per LDR Sec. 5.7
- LDR compliance addendum required, especially for projects not previously approved via a Development Plan
- Fire sprinklers required if total structure (existing + addition) reaches 5,000 sq ft or larger
Required documents
- RequiredOne and Two Family Building Permit Application (mark Addition/Alteration)
- RequiredSite Plan showing existing and proposed structures
- RequiredConstruction Drawings for the addition/remodel scope
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Remodels and Alterations (valuation-based) | $1 to $17,000 = $288.00; $17,001-$40,000 = $288 + $12/additional $1,000; $40,001-$100,000 = $549 + $10/additional $1,000; $100,001-$500,000 = $1,157 + $8/additional $1,000; $500,001-$1,000,000 = $4,313 + $6/additional $1,000; $1,000,001-$5,000,000 = $7,130 + $4/additional $1,000; over $5,000,000 = $20,654 + $2/additional $1,000 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A, Total Valuation fee calculation table |
| Deposit on Building Permit (non-refundable) | $564.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for all permanent wiring installed in buildings and structures in the Town of Jackson. Per the WSFM 'LOCAL AND STATE JURISDICTIONS' chart, Jackson is L/L for electrical (BLDG L/L, ELEC L/L) — the Town holds delegated electrical authority. In practice, electrical permitting/inspection is administered by the Jackson Hole Fire/EMS Department's Electrical Division, a jointly-funded Town of Jackson / Teton County fire district, not a separate program of the Wyoming State Fire Marshal.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- No electrical work may start without a permit; an electrical inspection cannot be scheduled without one
- Work must be installed by a licensed Electrical contractor holding a valid State of Wyoming license, plus a Town of Jackson business license if the company works within Town limits
- Homeowner exemption: a homeowner may wire their own occupied residence, including accessory buildings, without a State of Wyoming license — EXCEPT this exemption does NOT extend to Accessory Residential Units (ARUs), which always require a licensed contractor
- Electrical plan review required for industrial and commercial installations, residential services over 400 amps, and all Solar PV / Energy Storage System (battery) installations
- Permits obtained and inspections requested via the SmartGov portal (co-teton-wy.smartgovcommunity.com), shared with Teton County
Required documents
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application (via SmartGov Public Portal)
- OptionalElectrical Plan Set (for plan-review-triggering projects)Site plan to scale showing property lines, streets/alleys, proposed building location, Lower Valley Energy transformer/service equipment location; floor plans with room dimensions/uses; one-line diagram covering hazardous-area classification, emergency systems, grounding electrodes, load calculations, equipment/device locations, panel schedules, panels/feeders, service, and short-circuit current rating
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Valuation of Electrical Work — $1.00 to $25,000 (tiered table) | $37.00 (up to $500) rising in defined valuation bands to $568.00 (at $24,000.01-$25,000) | JMC 15.20.010; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A — full tiered table (e.g., $1,000.01-$1,100 = $65.00; $5,000.01-$6,000 = $181.00; $10,000.01-$11,000 = $277.00; $20,000.01-$21,000 = $490.00) |
| Valuation of Electrical Work — $25,000.01 to $50,000 | $568 for the first $25,000 plus $11 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Valuation of Electrical Work — $50,000.01 to $100,000 | $1,023 for the first $50,000 plus $8 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Valuation of Electrical Work — $100,000.01 and up | $1,554 for the first $100,000 plus $6 per additional $1,000 or fraction thereof | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Connect all temporary services | $36.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Work started before permit was issued | 2x the permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Electrical Plan Reviews | 65% of the permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Failed Final Inspection Fee | $102.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired to construct, alter, repair, or change the occupancy of a building's plumbing system in the Town of Jackson. Governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code with the 2024 International Fuel Gas Code for gas piping.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Any work requiring a plumbing permit must be installed by a licensed Plumbing contractor holding a valid Town of Jackson Contractor's License
- Applied for through the Town of Jackson SmartGov Portal; applicant must hold a Town of Jackson contractor license in the plumbing trade to use the portal
- Associated building permit number required if the plumbing work is tied to a building permit
Required documents
- RequiredPlumbing Permit Application (via SmartGov Portal)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| For issuing each permit | $56.00 | JMC 15.24.030; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| For each plumbing fixture on one trap (incl. water, drainage piping, backflow protection) | $18.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| For each building sewer and trailer park sewer | $29.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| For each water heater and/or vent | $18.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| For each gas-piping system of one to five outlets | $18.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; each additional outlet is $6.00 |
| For each lawn sprinkler system on any one meter (incl. backflow protection) | $18.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Hydronic Heating installation — up to 1,000 sq ft / 1,001-2,500 sq ft / 2,501-5,000 sq ft / 5,001+ sq ft | $25.00 / $39.00 / $56.00 / $85.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Re-inspection fee / Inspections outside normal business hours / Additional plan review | $85.00/hr to $113.00/hr | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit
VerifiedRequired to alter, convert, enlarge, erect, install, remove, or repair a mechanical system in the Town of Jackson. Governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code and 2024 International Fuel Gas Code.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Work must be installed by a licensed mechanical (HVAC) contractor holding a valid Town of Jackson Contractor's License
- Applied for through the Town of Jackson SmartGov Portal
Required documents
- RequiredMechanical Permit Application (via SmartGov Portal)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| For the issuance of each permit | $56.00 | JMC 15.12.030; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| For issuing each supplemental permit | $23.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Install/relocate gravity or forced-air furnace to 100,000 btu/h | $29.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; over 100,000 btu/h = $34.00 |
| Repair or alter any heating, cooling, absorption or evaporative system | $129.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Each air-handling unit up to 10,000 cfm and attached ducts | $23.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; over 10,000 cfm = $34.00 |
| Hydronic Heating installation — up to 1,000 sq ft / 1,001-2,500 sq ft / 2,501-5,000 sq ft / 5,001+ sq ft | $25.00 / $39.00 / $56.00 / $85.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Gas-piping system to 5 outlets | $18.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; each additional outlet $6.00 |
| Re-inspection fee / Additional plan review | $85.00/hr to $113.00/hr | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Roofing Permit (Reroof)
VerifiedRoof replacement in the Town of Jackson is processed under the standard Building Permit (2024 IBC/IRC) — there is no separate dedicated roofing/reroof permit type or flat fee; reroofs are charged under the general Remodels and Alterations valuation-based building permit fee schedule. Reroofs are exempt from the WUI permit prerequisite.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Reroof work is submitted via the standard One and Two Family (or Commercial) Building Permit Application, marked as an alteration/repair
- Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) roof assemblies require a cold-roof ventilation design approved by the Building Official
- Ground snow load of 93 psf (per JMC 15.04.020(b)(17)) governs structural adequacy review
- Re-roofs do NOT require a WUI permit (per Teton County / Jackson Hole Fire/EMS WUI Information for Contractors page)
Required documents
- RequiredOne and Two Family Building Permit Application (mark as alteration/repair)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| No separate reroof fee line; charged under Remodels and Alterations valuation-based building permit fee schedule | $1 to $17,000 valuation = $288.00, scaling per the general Remodels and Alterations table (see residential-building-permit fee entries) | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A — Building Permit (IBC) 'Remodels and Alterations' Total Valuation table; no dedicated reroof line item exists in the adopted fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Solar PV Permit
VerifiedSolar photovoltaic and battery Energy Storage System (ESS) installations in Jackson require BOTH a building permit and an electrical permit. There is no separate flat-fee 'solar permit' type — solar work is charged under the general Building Permit (valuation-based) and Electrical Permit (valuation-based) fee schedules, with mandatory electrical plan review.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Building permits are required for all PV and ESS (battery) installations (Teton County Electrical Permits, Inspections & Reviews page)
- Electrical plan review is mandatory for all Solar PV / Energy Storage System (battery) installations, regardless of size or occupancy
- Installer must hold a Wyoming electrical contractor license (or the Town's Specialty Solar Panel Installer contractor license, which requires NABCEP Certification or a Building-Official-approved equivalent)
- Site plan required showing property lines, streets/alleys, proposed building/array location, and Lower Valley Energy's transformer and service equipment location
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (for the PV/ESS installation)
- RequiredElectrical Permit Application with plan review (via SmartGov)
- RequiredElectrical Plan SetOne-line diagram with load calculations, panel schedule, short-circuit current rating, equipment locations
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit portion — valuation-based | Charged under the general Building Permit valuation/per-square-foot schedule (see residential-building-permit fees) | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; no dedicated solar building-permit line exists — verified general valuation table applies |
| Electrical Permit portion — Valuation of Electrical Work | Tiered from $37.00 (up to $500 valuation) through the formula-based bands to $1,554 + $6/additional $1,000 over $100,000 | JMC 15.20.010; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A — same tiered table as the general Electrical Permit |
| Electrical Plan Review | 65% of the electrical permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Specialty Solar Panel Installer contractor license | $451.00 initial; $35.00 renewal late fee | JMC 15.36.034; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A Contractor Licensing section |
Accessory Residential Unit (ARU) Permit
VerifiedJackson's term for an accessory dwelling unit is the Accessory Residential Unit (ARU). There is no permit type separate from the standard One and Two Family Building Permit — an ARU is built under that same building permit, with its own line item ('Attached ARU') on the gross-square-footage tabulation. ARUs are zoning-gated (allowed only in specific zones per Ordinance 1139) and are notable in Jackson/Teton County for a workforce-housing rental restriction.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- ARUs are permitted in the NC-ToJ, NC-2, S-ToJ, and R-ToJ zones per Ordinance 1139 (adopted Nov. 21, 2016, effective Nov. 23, 2016) — confirm current zone eligibility with the Planning Department before applying, as LDR zone names/boundaries may have been updated since 2016
- Maximum of 1 ARU permitted accessory to a detached single-family unit
- Built under the standard One and Two Family Building Permit Application (has a dedicated 'Attached ARU' line in the gross square footage tabulation table) — not a separate permit type
- The Town's homeowner self-build exemption ('Proprietary Homeowner Contractor') explicitly EXCLUDES accessory residential units — ARU construction always requires a licensed Town of Jackson contractor, even if the owner could otherwise self-build their principal residence
- Historically, ARU rental has been restricted to persons employed within Teton County or family/guests of the primary occupant, with minimum rental periods and no compensation for guest use (per 2016 amendment materials); confirm current rental-restriction language with Teton County/Town of Jackson Planning before relying on it, as this may have been superseded by subsequent housing ordinances (e.g., Title 16 Housing)
Required documents
- RequiredOne and Two Family Building Permit Application (with Attached ARU square footage tabulated)
- RequiredSite Plan showing ARU location, setbacks, and parking
- RequiredZoning verification of ARU eligibility (contact Planning Department)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — charged under the same per-square-foot / valuation schedule as the primary residence | $1.70/sq ft (new construction) or valuation-based (addition to existing home) | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A; no separate ARU fee line exists — verified general Building Permit table applies |
| WUI Permit Review Fee (prerequisite) | $150.00 | Teton County / Jackson Hole Fire/EMS WUI Information for Contractors page |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired to demolish or remove any building or structure (or 50%+ of exterior walls/roof area, or any street-facing exterior wall) within Town of Jackson limits. All demolition applications are referred to the Teton County Historic Preservation Board (TCHPB) for review.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Applies to: any exterior wall facing a public street/right-of-way; 50%+ of exterior walls measured continuously; 50%+ of roof area in plan view
- All demolition applications referred to the Teton County Historic Preservation Board (TCHPB), which has 45 calendar days to determine historic/architectural significance or age (50+ years)
- If TCHPB finds significance, it recommends a stay of 60-100 days on permit issuance for public comment and exploration of alternatives
- Application packet required PER STRUCTURE being demolished, emailed to townbuilding@jacksonwy.gov
- Demolition plans must show extent of work, utility abandonment/patching, finished-conditions plan (backfill to grade, no slopes steeper than 2:1), construction access/stabilization, equipment parking, and silt fencing location
- Elevation photographs (front/back/sides) of each structure to be demolished required
Required documents
- RequiredDemolition Permit Application (PDF)
- RequiredDemolition PlansExtent of work, utility disconnects/abandonment, finished-conditions plan, access/stabilization, silt fencing
- RequiredElevation PhotographsFront, back, and side photos of each structure/feature proposed for demolition
- OptionalLetter of AuthorizationRequired when the applicant is not the property owner
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-refundable Application Fee | $53.00 | JMC 15.38.010; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Demolition Permit | $265.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Permit Revisions | Half the cost of the original permit | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Compliance Fee (work started before permit issued) | 2x the regular fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
Commercial Building Permit / Tenant Improvement
VerifiedRequired for construction, alteration, or tenant improvement of commercial, office, multi-family, or warehouse buildings in the Town of Jackson. Governed by the 2024 IBC, with a mandatory nonrefundable plan review deposit for all commercial submittals.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- WUI permit number (from Jackson Hole Fire/EMS) required before submittal, same as residential
- A nonrefundable plan review deposit is due for all commercial building permit submittals; contractors of record can pay via their SmartGov portal
- Fire sprinklers required for structures 5,000 sq ft or larger
- Fire Department (Jackson Hole Fire/EMS) plan review and construction permits required under the adopted 2024 IFC
- Baby-changing-table and other life-safety/accessibility standards apply per adopted code amendments
Required documents
- RequiredCommercial Building Permit Application (PDF)
- RequiredFull Construction Drawing SetArchitectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical plans stamped by design professionals as applicable
- OptionalAddendum — Building Permit Application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit — Commercial, Office, Multi-family and similar | $1.13 per square foot | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Building Permit — Warehouse, storage and similar | $1.70 per square foot | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Deposit on Building Permit (non-refundable, applied to full fee) | $564.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Plan Review Fee | 65% of the building permit fee | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Fire Permits (IFC/IWUIC) — all construction plan reviews (2-hour minimum) | $154.00/hr | JMC 15.08.010; Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Fire Protection Construction Permit — valuation-based | $41.00 for the first $500, scaling through defined bands to $6,096.26 + $4.09/additional $1,000 over $1,000,000 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A, Fire Protection Construction Permit Valuation table |
Grading Permit (Statement Level / Plan Level)
VerifiedRequired for all land-disturbing activities and excavation in the Town of Jackson per LDR Section 5.7.1.D, unless explicitly exempted. Administered by the Town Engineering Division (Public Works). Submitted with the building permit application for most residential scopes; a standalone Grading Pre-Application is required only for Plan-Level projects.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
Requirements
- Two levels: Statement Level (Town Engineer review of small-area disturbances) and Plan Level (prepared by a Wyoming-registered professional engineer or landscape architect)
- Plan Level projects require a Grading Pre-Application Conference with the Town Engineering Department before submittal
- Covers grading, topsoil removal, filling, road/drive cutting, stream/channel alteration, soil and water conservation structures, and extraction/placement of rock, sand, or gravel
Required documents
- RequiredGrading Permit Application
- RequiredGrading Permit Application ChecklistStatement-level submittal requirements
- OptionalGrading Pre-Application (Plan Level only)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-refundable Application Fee | $53.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A, Grading/Erosion Control section |
| Individual Residential (Primary + 1 accessory) — Statement Level | $212.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Individual Residential (Primary + 1 accessory) — Plan Level | $636.00 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Multi-Unit Residential (3+ Units) — Statement/Plan Level | $212.00/unit (Statement) or $370.00/unit (Plan Level) | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Multi-Lot Residential/Subdivision — Plan Level Only | $370.00/lot | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Commercial Development | $0.10/sq ft of total development area, minimum $200 | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A |
| Pre-Application Conference | $155.00/hr | Resolution 25-18 Appendix A ($150 per the Grading Permits webpage; $155/hr per the current Resolution 25-18 fee schedule — the Resolution is the more current adopted source) |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
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