Planning & Development

When do you need a building permit?

Any new structures or additions including porches, retaining walls over 4’ high, roof replacements, window replacements, additions of exterior doors, interior remodels, or decks over 30’ above grade need building permits.

There are two exceptions to the above list:

• Agriculture-related buildings that house farm implements, feed or livestock that are under 600 square feet
  
• Tool/storage sheds or playhouses that do not exceed 120 square feet or 10’ high.

To find out if your project needs a building permit, please call our offices at (307) 733-7030. Even if a Building Permit is not needed, a Planning Review may be necessary to comply with setbacks and maximum floor area.

Please view the County Building Codes Resolution for more information.

For more information on any Code topics or other zoning issues, please stop by our offices at 200 South Willow Street in Jackson or call (307) 733-3959.

To report a violation, please call the Code Compliance Officer at (307) 733-3959.