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 ($1,000,000) in construction costs. For fee schedule and application please contact the Planner at (307) 322-1330, 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: WY State Engineer's Office
- 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: PO Box 728, Wheatland, WY 82201
Office: 307-322-1330
In-person: Platte County Courthouse (next to the Commissioner's Room)
Monday-Thursday, 8am-12pm or by appointment