Building Inspection

Scott King
Building Official
1338 Rumsey Avenue
P.O. Box 2200
Cody, Wyoming 82414
Telephone: 307-527-7511 ext.3473
Facsimile: 307-527-6532
Email: Scott King

Evan Bennett
Assistant Building Official
1338 Rumsey Avenue
P.O. Box 2200
Cody, Wyoming 82414
Telephone: 307-527-7511 ext. 3476
Facsimile: 307-527-6532
Email: Evan Bennett

Assistance is available Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

The City of Cody's Building Inspection Staff is a component of the Public Works Department. The City receives home rule inspection authority from the State of Wyoming Fire Marshal's Office. The inspection staff is committed to enforcing codes adopted through city ordinances and working with the community to ensure safe construction practices are being followed.

The building inspection staff works with:

Licensed contractors, architects, & engineers
Public and private utilities
Local Fire Marshal's office
State and federal agencies
Realtors and financial institutions
All city departments
General public

The City's building codes are enforced through the careful review of plans for residential, commercial and industrial projects. The staff regularly inspects residential, commercial and industrial construction projects and handles a variety of building nuisance and zoning related complaints. Within the City of Cody, building permits are required for many different projects. In addition, contractors must be licensed to build within the City limits. Information about permits and licensing are available via telephone, facsimile or e-mail, as well as this website.

Building permits are required when:

Any structure or building regulated by the adopted codes are erected, constructed, enlarged, altered, repaired, moved, improved, removed, converted or demolished.
Separate permits are required for Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC.
Building permits are required for new fences. See "Fencing Information" provided in the PDF link below and fill out a building permit application. Fence Permits cost $15.00.
New signs

Contractors Licensing:
Contractors who are working within city limits must obtain a Contractors' License granted through the City Contractors' Board. For an application to apply for a Contractors' License, please click on the link below for an application and additional information.

Instructional Building Guide:
The link below contains a guidance document to help you begin planning your building project. This resource has been put together to inform you of the permitting requirements for site plans review. It also provides guidance for single family residential addition projects and detached garage projects.

Handyman Guide:
The link below contains a guidance document to help you understand what types of projects can be completed by a handyman within the City Limits.

City of Cody (city limits only) Climactic & Geographic Design Criteria:

Ground Snow Load: 20 psf
Wind Speed (mph): 90
Seismic Design Category: C
Winter Design Temp: -11
Ice Barrier Underlayment Requirement: Yes Roofing
Flood Hazards: No
Air Freezing Index: 2250
Mean Annual Temp: 42.5

Subject to Damage From:

Weathering: Severe
Frost Line Depth: 48
Termite: None to Slight

Work exempt from permits:

One story detached accessory buildings used as tool and storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, provided the floor area does not exceed 120 square feet and the structure is placed in accordance with the required zoning regulations.
Painting, papering and similar finish work.
Decks, platforms, walks, driveways not more than 30 inches above grade and not over any basement or story below. (Decks with supporting walls and roofs do require permits).
Window awnings supported by an exterior wall (residential construction only).

Electrical Service Requirements Manual:
For City of Cody regulations and requirements outlined in the Electrical Service Manual adopted by City Council on February 5, 2008, please click here.

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