Planning & Zoning FAQ's
Maybe. A Construction Certificate is required for any structure built, placed or erected within Platte County, outside of any Town limits, is excess of one million dollars in construction costs. For fee schedule and application please contact the Planner at (307) 322-2962, or email at planner@plattecountywyoming.com.
The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) Water Quality Division issues septic system permits.
Septic Permits: DEQ Septic System Permitting
The State Engineer’s Office issues well permits.
Well Permits: State Engineer's Office Well System Permitting
- Property boundaries
- Streets/roads/highways
- Access location (driveway)
- Location of all existing structures
- Proposed location of the new structure or addition and building dimensions
- Septic and leach field location (proposed or existing)
- Well location (proposed or existing)
- North arrow
These plans can be hand-drawn or professional renderings.
Platte County Roads: In order to encroach on a County Road you will need to apply for an encroachment through the Road and Bridge office.
State Highways: In order to encroach on a State Highway you will need to apply through the WYDOT Right-Of-Way office.
The Planning Office is available to answer any questions you may have about development in Platte County.
E-Mail: planner@plattecountywyoming.com
Mail: 600 9th Street, Wheatland, WY 82201
Office: 307-322-2962
In-person: Wheatland Town Hall (600 9th Street, Wheatland)