Residential Addition / Remodel Permit in Evanston, Wyoming
VerifiedRequired for room additions, structural remodels, garages/accessory buildings 120 sq ft or larger, decks, awnings, fences, and retaining walls in Evanston. Reviewed against Evanston design load values and current IRC requirements; issued and inspected locally by the City Building Department.
Verified 2026-07-01 · Source
When you need this permit
- Sheds and accessory buildings 12'x10' (120 sq ft) or larger require a building permit
- Retaining walls require a building permit; walls 4 feet tall and over require engineer-stamped plans
- Decks require a building permit
- Awnings or covers require a building permit
- New fences and additions/extensions to existing fences require a building permit (no minimum height threshold in Evanston, unlike some other Wyoming cities)
- Remodels without plumbing, gas, or structural adjustments do NOT require a permit; remodels that touch plumbing/gas/structure DO
- Applications submitted via the City's iworq portal
Required documents
- Req
Garages and Accessory Buildings guidance
City of Evanston requirements for garage and accessory building permits
- Opt
Decks guidance
City of Evanston deck permit requirements
- Opt
Awnings guidance
City of Evanston awning/cover permit requirements
- Opt
Fences guidance
City of Evanston fence permit requirements
- Req
Plot Plan / Site Plan
Shows location of proposed addition/structure and existing buildings
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee | $0.010 × project cost (minimum charge $30.00) | Same valuation-based formula applies to additions, remodels, sheds, decks, awnings, fences, and retaining walls — City of Evanston Engineering & Building Rate Sheet; no separate flat fee line exists per accessory type |
Review timeline
1–10 business days
Evanston’s published plan-review target
Inspection process
- 1
Footing (if applicable)
Property lines and setbacks checked; forms in place before concrete pour
- 2
Rough Framing
After rough plumbing/mechanical approved and roofing/framing/fire blocking complete
- 3
Final Construction
Work complete per approved plans
Tips
- Evanston requires a permit for ALL new fences and fence extensions — there is no minimum height exemption like some neighboring cities.
- Retaining walls 4 feet or taller require engineer-stamped plans submitted with the building permit.
- Garages/accessory buildings under 120 sq ft (smaller than 12'x10') do not require a permit, but setbacks must still be maintained.
- Repairing or replacing an existing fence, deck, or awning WITHOUT changing its length, height, material, or location does not require a new permit.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a permit for a shed in Evanston?
- Only if it is 12'x10' (120 square feet) or larger. Smaller sheds do not require a building permit, though setbacks should still be maintained.
- Do I need a permit to build a fence in Evanston?
- Yes. New fences and any additions to or extensions of existing fences require a building permit from the City of Evanston Building Department, regardless of height.
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-01.
- City of Evanston Engineering & Planning Department — Building Department — official building department
- City of Evanston — Residential Construction (accessory permit list)
- City of Evanston — Other Construction (sheds, fences, retaining walls, decks, awnings)
- City of Evanston Building Permit Legal Requirements
- City of Evanston Engineering & Building Rate Sheet
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 Evanston building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.
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