Wyo. Code R. 041-0003-7
General Agency, Board or Commission Rules
Chapter 7: Electrical Permits and Inspections
Effective Date: 10/13/2011 to 02/10/2012
Rule Type: Expired Emergency Rules & Regulations
Reference Number: 041.0003.7.10132011
THE FOLLOWING RULES SHALL APPLY
(a) An electrical wiring permit shall be obtained prior to beginning any new construction or remodeling of any building, mobile home, or premises if the work will require a public utility to connect or disconnect and restore electrical power. Electrical permits are not required for installations exempt under W.S. 35-9-123 (a)(ii) through (v), unless the electrical work is being performed by a person or company acting as a subcontractor for the exempt person, partnership, or corporation and the electrical work is governed by the National Electrical Code. This section does not apply in municipalities and counties granted local enforcement authority for electrical safety standards under W.S. 35-9-121.
(b) Permits shall be obtained prior to the start of any installation requiring a permit pursuant to W.S. 35-9-120. Failure to obtain a permit prior to the starting of the electrical installation may result in criminal penalties as set forth in W.S. 35-9-130. Failure to obtain an electrical permit prior to the starting of electrical installation may result in revocation or suspension of Wyoming electrical license.
(c) Electrical permits may be obtained from the Chief Electrical Inspector, or may be made available through the local utility, local governmental agencies, or other entities, as determined by the Chief Electrical Inspector.
(d) A fee of $50.00 shall be paid for any electrical wiring permit issued by the Department. The electrical wiring permit fee shall be waived for anyone requesting and paying for an electrical inspection.
(a) Requested electrical inspections shall be made within five (5) business days of the request by the electrical contractor, the general contractor, or the owner. Unless previous arrangements have been made, the person requesting the inspection shall pay for the inspection.
(b) Electrical inspections may be made for any electrical wiring permit issued. These inspections may be made at any time during construction, or within thirty (30) days after completion of the installation for which an electrical wiring permit or plan review was performed.
(c) When serious or hazardous conditions are discovered upon inspection, the permittee shall be notified by letter, sent by certified mail return receipt requested or by regular mail with delivery confirmation service requested, which details the serious or hazardous conditions. A copy of the inspection report shall also be attached. The utility shall be copied with the same letter and report sent by certified mail return receipt requested or by regular mail with delivery confirmation service requested.
(d) Electrical permits for temporary power will be issued for a period of ninety (90) days as set forth in Article 305 of The National Electrical Code, unless the permittee requests a longer duration. An electrical wiring permit is required for a temporary service.
(a) Residential
| 100 amp service $70.00 | 200 amp service $120.00 |
|---|---|
| 125 amp service $82.50 | 300 amp service $170.00 |
| 150 amp service $95.00 | 400 amp service $220.00 |
(i) Inspection fees for residential services larger than 400 amps will be calculated based upon the "Commercial & Industrial" table.
(b) Mobile Home Parks
| 60 amp | 100 amp | 150 amp | 200 amp |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50.00 Each | 70.00 Each | 95.00 Each | 120.00 Each |
(c) Commercial & Industrial
| 120/208 or 240v 1 Phase | 120/208 or 240v 3 Phase | 480v 3 phase | over 480v | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 amp | $ 50.00 | $ 50.00 | $ 50.00 | $ 50.00 |
| 100 amp | 60.00 | 65.00 | 70.00 | 70.00 |
| 125 amp | 70.00 | 75.00 | 80.00 | 82.50 |
| 150 amp | 80.00 | 85.00 | 90.00 | 95.00 |
| 200 amp | 100.00 | 105.00 | 110.00 | 120.00 |
| 225 amp | 110.00 | 115.00 | 120.00 | 132.50 |
| 300 amp | 130.00 | 140.00 | 150.00 | 170.00 |
| 400 amp | 170.00 | 185.00 | 200.00 | 220.00 |
| 600 amp | 220.00 | 250.00 | 270.00 | 320.00 |
| 800 amp | 300.00 | 330.00 | 360.00 | 420.00 |
| 1000 amp | 370.00 | 410.00 | 450.00 | 520.00 |
| 1200 amp | 440.00 | 480.00 | 520.00 | 620.00 |
| 1600 amp | 600.00 | 640.00 | 680.00 | 820.00 |
| 2000 amp | 800.00 | 850.00 | 900.00 | 1020.00 |
| 2500 amp | 1000.00 | 1050.00 | 1100.00 | 1270.00 |
| 3000 amp | 1200.00 | 1250.00 | 1360.00 | 1520.00 |
| 4000 amp | 1600.00 | 1700.00 | 1850.00 | 2020.00 |
| 5000 amp | 2000.00 | 2150.00 | 2350.00 | 2520.00 |
(d) Temporary Services - $40.00 each. (e) Remodels of residential units - $20.00 plus 2% of the value of any electrical installation included in the remodel. (f) All other electrical inspections - $20.00 plus $.50 per ampere rating of the electrical service. (g) Reinspections - $50.00 Plus $.20 per ampere rating of the electrical service.